WINTHROP UNIVERSITY
UNDERGRADUATE CATALOG
2015 - 2016
ROCK HILL, SOUTH CAROLINA 29733
Effective August 16, 2015 through August 15, 2016
Volume 106
Purpose
The purpose of this catalog is to provide a general description of Winthrop University and its various
academic units and to present detailed information regarding the undergraduate curricula which are offered.
Inasmuch as the educational process necessitates change, the information and educational requirements in
this catalog represent a flexible program which may be altered where such alterations are thought to be in the
mutual interest of the University and its students.
The provisions of the catalog do not constitute any offer of a contract which may be accepted by students
through registration and enrollment in the University. The University reserves the right to change without
notice any fee, provision, offering, or requirement in this catalog and to determine whether a student has
satisfactorily met its requirements for admission or graduation.
Student Responsibility
All academic units establish certain academic requirements that must be met before a degree is granted.
Advisers, department heads, and deans are available to help the student understand and arrange to meet
these requirements, but the student is responsible for fulfilling them. If, at the end of a student’s course of
study, the requirements for graduation have not been satisfied, the degree will not be granted. For this reason, it is important for each student to acquaint himself or herself with all academic requirements throughout
his or her college career and to be responsible for completing all such requirements within prescribed deadlines and time limits.
Winthrop University offers equal opportunity in its employment, admissions, and educational activities.
Accreditation
Winthrop University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges
and Schools to award baccalaureate, masters, and specialist degrees. Contact the Commission on Colleges at
1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call 404-679-4500 for questions about the accreditation of
Winthrop University. Please do not contact the Commission with other questions unless there is evidence that
appears to support Winthrop’s significant non-compliance with the Commission’s requirements or standards.
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University Calendar 2015-2016
Fall Semester 2015
August 21, Friday
August 21-30, Friday-Sunday
August 23, Sunday
August 24, Monday
August 24, Monday
August 28, Friday
September 7, Monday
September 15, Tuesday
October 19-20, Monday-Tuesday
October 23, Friday
October 21, Wednesday
November 4, Wednesday
November 25-29, Wednesday-Sunday
December 7, Monday
December 8, Tuesday
December 9-15, Wednesday-Tuesday
December 16, Wednesday
December 19, Saturday
Spring Semester 2016
January 8, Friday
January 10, Sunday
January 11, Monday
January 15, Friday
January 18, Monday
February 1, Monday
March 9, Wednesday
March 14-20, Monday-Sunday
March 23, Wednesday
April 6, Wednesday
April 25, Monday
April 26, Tuesday
April 27-May 3, Wednesday-Tuesday
May 4, Wednesday
May 5, Thursday
May 7, Saturday
7 AM, New Freshmen and Transfer Students check into
Residence Halls.
Welcome Week
8 AM, Residence Halls open for returning students
3:00 PM, Opening Convocation and Blue Line
Classes begin 5 PM.
Last day of Fall semester registration
Last day to change courses or course sections
Last day to register course as Audit
Labor Day; offices closed
Last day to apply for May 2016 graduation without fee
penalty
Fall Break
Residence Halls close 9 AM, Oct. 16; reopen 2 PM,
Oct. 20.
Last day to withdraw from a full* semester fall class. An N
grade will be assigned. No class withdrawals will be
permitted after this date except by extenuating
circumstances.
Last day to elect S/U option.
Advising for Spring 2016 begins.
Registration for Spring 2016 begins.
Thanksgiving Holidays; offices closed Nov. 26-27.
Residence Halls close 9 AM Nov. 25, reopen 2 PM
November 29
Last day of Fall 2015 classes
Study day
Final examinations
9 AM, Undergraduates check out of residence halls.
11 AM, Commencement
6 PM, Graduates check out of residence halls.
Residence Halls close.
8 AM, New Freshmen and Transfer Students check into
Residence Halls.
8 AM, Residence Halls open for returning students.
Classes begin.
Last day of Spring semester registration
Last day to change courses or course sections
Last day to register course as Audit
Martin Luther King, Jr Holiday; no classes; offices closed.
Last day to apply for August or December 2016 graduation
without fee penalty
Last day to withdraw from a full* semester spring class. An
N grade will be assigned. No class withdrawals will be
permitted after this date except by extenuating
circumstances.
Last day to elect S/U option.
Spring Break
Residence Halls closed 6 PM, Mar. 11; reopen 2 PM
Mar. 20.
Advising for Fall 2016 begins; registration for summer
begins.
Registration for Fall 2016 begins.
Last day of Spring 2016 classes
Study day
Final examinations
9 AM, Undergraduates check out of residence halls.
Graduate Commencement
Undergraduate Commencement
6 PM, Graduates check out of residence halls.
Residence Halls close.
*Courses which meet less than the full semester have different withdrawal dates.
Please refer to the current semester’s online Registration Calendar for other dates.
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Contents
Student Rights and Regulations
Academic Regulations
Degree Requirements
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Degree Programs:
The College of Arts and Sciences
BS in Biology, 20
Teacher Certification 9-12
Conservation
Medical Technology
Biomedical Research
BS in Chemistry, 26
ACS Chemistry
ACS Biochemistry
ACS Business
ACS Engineering-Physics
ACS Forensic
Biochemistry
BA in English, 28
Language and Literature
Teacher Certification
Writing
BA in History, 32
BS in Human Nutrition-Dietetics, 33
BA in Environmental Studies, 34
BS in Environmental Sciences, 35
BA in Individualized Studies, 36
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BA in Social Studies Education, 37
BA in Mass Communication, 38
BS in Integrated Marketing Communication, 39
BA/BS in Mathematics, 41
Teacher Certification
BA in Philosophy and Religion, 45
Philosophy
Religious Studies
Combined
BA in Political Science, 46
Pre-Professional Programs, 47
BA in Psychology, 49
BSW in Social Work, 50
BA in Sociology, 51
Criminology
Anthropology
BA in Modern Languages, 54
French
Spanish
Teacher Certification, K-12 (French or Spanish)
The College of Business Administration
BS in Business Administration, 62
Accounting
Computer Information Systems
Economics
Entrepreneurship
Finance
General Business
Health Care Management
Human Resource Management
International Business
Management
Marketing
Sustainable Business
60
BS in Computer Science, 67
BA in Economics, 68
BS in Digital Information Design, 69
Digital Commerce
Digital Mas Media
Interactive Media
Web Application Design
The Richard W. Riley College of Education
BS in Early Childhood Education, 78
BS in Elementary Education, 79
BS in Middle Level Education, 80
BS in Physical Education, 85
BS in Athletic Training, 86
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BS in Exercise Science, 88
BS in Sport Management, 90
BS in Special Education, 92
BS in Family and Consumer Sciences, 94
The College of Visual and Performing Arts
BA in Art, 98
Teacher Certification
BA in Art History, 100
BFA in Art, 102
Ceramics
General Studio
Painting
Photography (Commercial & Fine Arts)
Printmaking
Sculpture
Jewelry/Metals
BFA in Interior Design, 110
BFA in Visual Communication Design, 111
Graphic Design
Illustration
University College
Minors
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BA in Music, 115
BME in Choral/Instrumental Music, 116
BM in Performance, 118
BM in Composition, 120
BA in Dance, 122
Teacher Certification, K-12
BA in Theatre, 124
Performance
Design/Technical
Teacher Certification
Musical Theatre
129
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Student Rights and Regulations
Student Conduct Code: Student Rights and Responsibility
Academic institutions exist for the transmission of knowledge, the pursuit of truth, the development of students,
and the general well-being of society. Winthrop University recognizes that its students retain all of the rights provided by
the constitutions of the United States and the State of South Carolina, federal and state statutes, and applicable University
policy, while attending the University. Free inquiry and free expression are indispensable to the attainment of these goals.
As members of the academic community, students are encouraged to develop the capacity for critical judgment and to
engage in a sustained and independent search for truth.
Freedom of the individual may be defined as the right to act or speak, so long as it does not adversely affect the
rights of others. Believing in this concept, Winthrop University protects freedom of action and freedom of speech for
both students and employees, so long as it is not of an inflammatory or demeaning nature and does not interfere with
the students’ living and study conditions and the administration of institutional affairs. It constitutes a disruptive act for
any member of the University community to engage in any conduct which would substantially obstruct, interfere with
or impair instruction, research, administration, authorized use of University facilities, the rights and privileges of other
members of the University community, or disciplinary proceedings. Moreover, Winthrop University is committed to
improving the quality of student life by promoting a diversified educational and cultural experience for all its students.
Therefore, racist conduct or other acts of bigotry are not tolerated.
Rights and freedoms imply duties and responsibilities. Note should be taken that a student who exercises his or
her rights as a private citizen—whether individually or as a member of a group—must assume full responsibility for
his or her actions. All students and employees of the University must abide by local, state, and federal laws and with all
published University policies and regulations. Violations of laws and regulations subject the perpetrator to disciplinary
action by the University and/or the appropriate civil or criminal court.
Responsibility for good conduct rests with students as adult individuals. Student organizations have similar
responsibility for maintaining good conduct among their members and guests and at activities they sponsor. All members of the University community are expected to use reasonable judgment in their daily campus life and to show due
concern for the welfare and rights of others.
Students or student organizations who violate University policies, rules, and regulations are subject to disciplinary
action. A complete outline of obligations and the disciplinary process is contained in the Student Conduct Code in the
Student Handbook, found online at http://www.winthrop.edu/uploadedFiles/studentconduct/StudentHandbook.pdf.
Academic Discipline
A fundamental tenet of all institutions of higher learning is academic honesty. Academic work must depend upon
respect for and acknowledgement of the research and ideas of others. Misrepresentation of someone else’s work as one’s
own is a most serious offense in any academic setting.
Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to, providing or receiving assistance in a manner not authorized
by the professor in the creation of work to be submitted for academic evaluation including papers, projects, and examinations; presenting, as one’s own, the ideas or words of another for academic evaluation without proper acknowledgment; doing unauthorized academic work for which another person will receive credit or be evaluated; and presenting
the same or substantially the same papers or projects in two or more courses without the explicit permission of the
professors involved. In addition, academic misconduct involves attempting to influence one’s academic evaluation by
means other than academic achievement or merit. More explicit definitions of academic misconduct specific to certain
academic disciplines may be promulgated by academic departments and schools. Infractions of academic discipline are
dealt with in accordance with the student Academic Misconduct Policy which is in the Student Conduct Code in the
Student Handbook.
Privacy of Educational Records
The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) affords students certain rights with respect to their education records. They are:
1. The right to inspect and review the student’s education records within 45 days of the day the University
receives a request for access.
Students should submit to the registrar, dean, head of the academic department, or other appropriate official,
written requests that identify the record(s) they wish to inspect. The University official will make arrangements for access
and notify the student of the time and place where the records may be inspected. If the records are not maintained by the
University official to whom the request was submitted, that official shall advise the student of the correct official to whom
the request should be addressed.
2. The right to request the amendment of the student’s education records that the student believes are inaccurate
or misleading.
Students may ask the University to amend a record that they believe is inaccurate or misleading. They should
write the University official responsible for the record, clearly identify the part of the record they want changed, and specify
why it is inaccurate or misleading.
If the University decides not to amend the record as requested by the student, the University will notify the student
of the decision and advise the student of his or her right to a hearing regarding the request for amendment. Additional
information regarding the hearing procedures will be provided to the student when notified of the right to a hearing.
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3. The right to consent to disclosures of personally identifiable information contained in the student’s education
records, except to the extent that FERPA authorizes disclosure without consent.
One exception which permits disclosure without consent is disclosure to school officials with legitimate educational
interests. A school official is a person employed by the University in an administrative, supervisory, academic or research,
or support staff position (including law enforcement unit personnel and health staff); a person or company with whom the
University has contracted (such as an attorney, auditor, or collection agent); a person serving on the Board of Trustees; or a
student serving on an official committee, such as a disciplinary or grievance committee, or assisting another school official
in performing his or her tasks.
A school official has a legitimate educational interest if the official needs to review an education record in order to
fulfill his or her professional responsibility.
4. The right to file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Education concerning alleged failures by this University
to comply with the requirements of FERPA.
The name and address of the Office that administers FERPA is:
Family Policy Compliance Office
U.S. Department of Education
600 Independence Avenue, SW
Washington, DC 20202-4605
Also, these regulations restrict Winthrop to the release of certain records only to the student (current or former) and
to certain other authorized school and government personnel, except with the student’s prior written consent to release
the records to another specified person. Without this consent, Winthrop cannot release a student’s records even to parents, except in one instance. Parents or guardians of a student may be given access to student’s records if the parents or
guardians sign a statement in the Office of Records and Registration and provide proof that they have claimed the student
as a dependent on their last federal income tax return.
FERPA does allow the University to release the following kinds of information (not considered private records)
unless the student requests that it be withheld: student’s name, address, telephone number, e-mail address, place of birth,
enrollment status (full- or part-time), dates of attendance, date of graduation, major and minor fields of study, degrees
and awards received, date of admission, whether or not currently enrolled, classification (freshman, etc.), most recent previous educational institution attended, eligibility for honor societies, participation in officially recognized activities and
sports, weight, and height of members of athletic teams, and other similar information. Photographic, video, or electronic
images of students taken and maintained by the University also are considered directory information. Any student not
wanting this information released must make a written request to the Registrar.
In accordance with South Carolina law (Section 30-2-50 of the Family Privacy Protection Act), the University does
not sell or give away lists which are in unpublished or computerized form to any outside agency, individual, or business
for commercial solicitation purposes.
Questions concerning Winthrop’s policy for release of academic information should be directed to the Office of
Records and Registration, 126 Tillman Hall.
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Student Responsibility
All students are responsible for the proper completion of their academic programs, for satisfying the general regulations stated in this catalog, for maintaining the grade point average required, and for meeting all other degree requirements. Students should secure guidance from an adviser, but the final responsibility remains that of the student.
Students are required to know and observe all regulations concerning campus life and student conduct. Students
are responsible for maintaining communication with the University by keeping on file with the Office of Records and
Registration at all times a current address and telephone number.
Classification of Students
In the fall or spring semester, undergraduate students who are registered for and attending 12 or more semester
hours are classified as full-time students. Those who are registered for and attending fewer than 12 semester hours are
classified as part-time students.
All undergraduate students are also classified as either regular or special. Special students are those who are
admitted under special circumstances and who are not candidates for degrees. Regular students are further classified as
follows:
Freshmen
Students who have earned fewer than 24 semester hours of credit.
Sophomores Students who have earned at least 24 but fewer than 54 semester hours of credit.
Juniors
Students who have earned at least 54 but fewer than 87 semester hours of credit.
Seniors
Students who have earned at least 87 semester hours of credit.
Academic Forgiveness
At the time of readmission to Winthrop, a student who has been absent for five calendar years or longer may
choose to reenter under the “academic forgiveness policy.” Under this policy, all courses previously taken at Winthrop
University are treated as if they were transfer credit from another institution for purposes of granting credit toward
graduation. As with transfer credit, these earlier courses are not used in computing the student’s grade-point average.
However, all earlier courses and the grades earned remain on the student’s official transcript and are counted in computing eligibility for academic honors.
The student must exercise or waive the “academic forgiveness” option by the end of the first week of the second
semester he or she is readmitted to Winthrop University. Students who have already utilized all their repeat exemptions do not get additional repeat exemptions.
Academic Advisement
Interaction between faculty and students is an integral part of the learning process at Winthrop. Individual advisement sessions between students and their advisers provide opportunities for students to learn more about the philosophy behind the required degree program as well as career opportunities for specific majors. The advisement process
enhances and supplements the learning that takes place in the classroom.
The academic adviser’s primary role is to help the student plan a course of study so that courses required in a
particular program are taken in the proper sequence. An online degree audit system, DegreeWorks, is available to assist
advisers in helping students meet degree requirements. The adviser also helps ensure that the student is aware of all
graduation requirements. Advisers may aid, as well, in resolving and preventing academic problems, often referring
students to the appropriate academic resource.
Newly admitted students who have declared their intention to pursue a degree in a particular discipline are assigned advisers in the appropriate college. Generally, the adviser assignment is not changed unless the student changes
degree programs. Until students officially declare a particular major, they are assigned Undeclared Major advisers
through University College.
Prior to registration, students are required to contact their academic adviser to discuss their academic situations
and receive assistance in selecting courses to be taken in the next term. A meeting with the adviser is necessary in order
for the adviser to confirm advising in Wingspan to allow the student to register.
Each college maintains an office in which advising assistance is available when the assigned faculty adviser is not
immediately available. Students should contact the offices below for assistance in changing majors, verifying advisers,
and other academic advising concerns:
College of Arts and Sciences
106 Kinard
323-2183
College of Business
225 Thurmond
323-4833
Richard W Riley College of Education
144 Withers
323-4750
College of Visual and Performing Arts
124 McLaurin
323-2465
University College
108 Dinkins Hall
323-4784
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Registration
Registration of courses is done by web registration via Wingspan (https://wingspan.winthrop.edu). Registration
for Fall semester begins in April and continues until the beginning of the semester. Spring registration begins in November. In the summer session, which consists of several sessions starting at various times, registration occurs over an extended period and ends, for an individual session, on the first day of classes in that session. Continuing students are permitted
and encouraged to register early for the upcoming fall or spring semester. Newly admitted degree-seeking students must
attend an orientation session to be able to register for fall or spring courses. Consultation with an adviser prior to registration is required.
Course Load
Spring or Fall Semesters. While the normal course load for an undergraduate student is 15 to 17 hours per semester, a full-time course load may range from 12 to 18 hours. In determining course load, freshmen, with the assistance of
a faculty adviser, should take into consideration high school performance, ACT/SAT scores, high school grade-point
average, and the amount of time available to apply to the academic course work.
A continuing student with a cumulative grade-point average of 3.00 or higher may take a course overload of up to
21 hours. A student with less than a 3.00 grade-point average must request approval for an overload from the Undergraduate Petitions Committee.
Summer Session. An undergraduate student may not enroll for more than six hours in session A (Maymester). A
student may enroll in a total of 14 hours in session B. Sessions C and D each have a 7-hour maximum. However, the
total hours taken during B, C, and D sessions may not exceed 14.
Auditing Courses
Undergraduate students may audit a course with the permission of the instructor of the course, the department
chair, and the academic dean on a space available basis. An auditor is not required to participate in any examinations
or graded course assignments. Participation in class activities and the class attendance policy is at the discretion of the
instructor. Students have through the first week of the beginning of the fall and spring semesters and the first day of
each summer session to select the audit option. Students must complete a Course Audit form in the Office of Records and
Registration. Tuition is the same for auditing a course as it is for taking the course for credit.
Changes in Enrollment
Changes in enrollment, or student schedule changes, must be made before the end of the designated registration
period. Such changes include dropping or adding courses, changing sections, and changing the number of credits to be
earned in a course (where applicable). Most changes in enrollment may be done on Wingspan (wingspan.winthrop.edu)
through the designated registration period. After the last day to register or add courses, changes must be submitted to
the Office of Records and Registration on a Schedule Change form with the approval of the Academic Dean of the college
offering the course.
Withdrawal From Courses
Students are expected to follow the courses of study selected at the beginning of the semester or summer term.
There may be instances, however, when the student wishes to withdraw from a course. The decision to withdraw from
a course is the student’s alone, but consultation with the adviser or Student Services Office and with the instructor is
encouraged.
Students may withdraw from a course online through the withdrawal period. Please note that students who
have registration holds due to a past due balance, immunization, or any other reason, will NOT be able to withdraw
online and it is their responsibility to complete a withdrawal form (signed only by the student) and submit it to the Office
of Records and Registration by the appropriate withdrawal date. The official date of withdrawal from a course is the
date the withdrawal form is returned to the Registration Office with the signature of the student. The form can be
found on the Records and Registration web site under Online Forms.
If the withdrawal is completed during the first 60% of the instructional days of a particular course, the grade of N
is assigned, indicating that no credit is awarded. Withdrawal from a course may not occur after 60% of the instructional
days of the course have been completed, unless documented extenuating circumstances should warrant withdrawal
from the course with the assignment of an N grade. Documented extenuating circumstances include the following:
death of an immediate family member; traumatic and unforeseen circumstances which are considered beyond a student’s
control; prolonged emotional instability, physical injury or illness which has resulted in the student’s inability to complete
academic responsibilities; or a change in nonacademic employment beyond the student’s control. Documentation of such
circumstances must be definitive and must be presented along with a request for withdrawal with the assignment of an N
grade to the Registrar no later than the last day of classes for the course in question.
Complete Withdrawal from Winthrop
Students who find it necessary to discontinue their college work during the fall or spring semester should
officially withdraw from the University. The withdrawal process begins in the Office of Records and Registration, 126
Tillman Hall.
A student who withdraws before the course withdrawal date of the semester receives grades of N for all
courses. If the student stops attending after the withdrawal date of the semester, the student receives grades of F, U,
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or I, as the individual instructors deem appropriate. A student may withdraw after the course withdrawal deadline
with documented extenuating circumstances. Such circumstances include the following: death of an immediate family
member; traumatic and unforeseen circumstances which are considered beyond a student’s control; prolonged emotional
instability, physical injury or illness which has resulted in the student’s inability to complete academic responsibilities;
or a change in nonacademic employment beyond the student’s control. Documentation of such circumstances must be
definitive and must be presented along with a request for withdrawal with the assignment of an N grade to the Registrar.
Class Attendance Policies
Students are expected to attend classes and should understand that they are responsible for the academic consequences of absence. The student is responsible for all requirements of the course regardless of absences.
Instructors are obligated to provide makeup opportunities only for students who are absent with adequate cause
such as incapacitating illness, death of an immediate family member, or authorized representation of the university. The
instructor will be responsible for judging the adequacy of cause for absence. The student is responsible for providing documentation certifying the legitimacy of the absence to his or her instructor in advance of such absences. In health-related
or family emergency cases where advance notice is not possible, documentation should be provided to the instructor no
later than the date the student returns to class. If the instructor denies the adequacy of cause, then the student can appeal
the denial to the Provost/Vice President for Academic Affairs, who will judge the adequacy of cause, and if found to be
adequate, will require the instructor to provide a make-up opportunity.
The instructor may establish the attendance requirements for the course. The following policy will be in effect
unless the instructor specifies otherwise: if a student’s absences in a course total 25 percent or more of the class meetings
for the course, the student will receive a grade of N if the student withdraws from the course before the withdrawal
deadline; after that date, unless warranted by documented extenuating circumstances as described in the previous
section, a grade of F or U shall be assigned.
Class Attendance and Hazardous Weather Conditions
It is the practice of Winthrop University to carry out its primary responsibility of providing instruction for students
during regularly scheduled hours, except in cases when extreme weather conditions make roads unsafe for travel. While
Winthrop feels a responsibility to meet scheduled classes and maintain office support for those classes whenever possible,
the University places the highest priority on the safety of its students, faculty, and staff.
In instances of unsafe road and traveling conditions, the University notifies local media outlets and an announcement is placed on the Winthrop homepage if scheduled classes and activities of the University have been changed.
Students should use their local media and discretion in judging the safety of traveling to the University during periods of
inclement weather.
Final Examinations
The form of the final examination is determined by the instructor. The exam period may not exceed two and onehalf hours. The times of final examinations are officially scheduled by the Master Schedule Coordinator. Legitimate exam
conflicts are defined as follows: more than one scheduled exam per period; more than two examinations scheduled per
day; or more than three examinations scheduled in any four consecutive periods. A student with a legitimate conflict
should work directly with his/her instructor to resolve the conflict. It is the student’s responsibility to initiate the resolution of any conflicts. Personal conflicts such as travel plans and work schedules do not warrant a change in examination
times.
Evaluation and Grading
It is the responsibility of all faculty members at Winthrop to assign to all of their students fair grades based on
evaluation relevant to the content and purposes of the course of study and, reasonably early in the semester, to inform
students of the evaluation placed upon their work. Testing procedures are generally guided by the following principles:
a number of evaluations of students’ achievements should be made throughout any given semester; the instructor in each
class is encouraged to base students’ final grades on at least four major evaluations; the instructor may require a combination of one-hour tests, written reports, oral reports, or appropriate performances on projects. Tests should be returned
to students within a reasonable time. Students have a right to examine their own tests regularly in order to understand
which items were answered incorrectly or inadequately.
Grading System
Grades for courses taken for undergraduate credit are recorded as follows:
A
Excellent, achievement of distinction (4 quality points per semester hour).
A(3.67 quality points per semester hour)
B+ (3.33 quality points per semester hour)
B
Good, achievement above that required for graduation (3 quality points per semester hour).
B(2.67 quality points per semester hour)
C+ (2.33 quality points per semester hour)
C
Fair, minimum achievement required for graduation (2 quality points per semester hour).
C(1.67 quality points per semester hour)
D+ (1.33 quality points per semester hour)
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Poor, achievement at a level below that required for graduation; must be balanced by good or excellent work in
other courses (1 quality point per semester hour).
(.67 quality points per semester hour)
Failure, unsatisfactory achievement (no quality points).
Satisfactory achievement (Honors courses, B level or above; all others C- level or above) on a course taken on a satisfactory/unsatisfactory basis.
Unsatisfactory achievement (Honors courses, B- level or below; all others, D+ level or below) on a course taken on a
satisfactory/unsatisfactory basis.
No Grade, indicating the student withdrew from the course
Incomplete, used only as a prefix to a letter grade. Assigning an incomplete grade indicates that, for a valid reason,
the course has not been completed and that the instructor reserves the right to raise the grade if the incomplete
work is completed within one year, or by an earlier date specified by the instructor. The grade to which I is prefixed
is not used in computing the student’s GPA until the I prefix is removed and indicates the grade earned if no further work is performed. It is the grade in the course unless and until changed by the instructor or until one year has
passed, at which time the incomplete is converted to the default grade.
Interim Grades
Winthrop is committed to supporting student success, and one way to do that is to communicate with students in
an intentional way about their class progress. Interim grades are a guideline to assist students and advisers in assessing
where the student is at that particular point in the semester.
Students can access their interim grades for classes that meet the whole semester through the online portal,
Wingspan. Interim grades do not appear on a transcript (unofficial or official), and students should keep in mind that
their grade is only reflective of the amount of graded work done in the class up to that point. Students with questions
about their interim grades should confer directly with their instructors
Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory Option
Undergraduate students may elect to receive a satisfactory/unsatisfactory (S/U) grade on a total of four courses
throughout their entire undergraduate curriculum, and are limited to electing no more than one S/U course per semester.
(All summer sessions together are considered one semester.) A satisfactory/unsatisfactory grade, recorded as S or U, will
not be counted in computing the student’s grade-point average; however, credit will only be given for courses for which
an S grade is earned. The purpose of this option is to allow the student an opportunity to explore areas of interest outside
the major and outside required courses without jeopardizing the grade-point average. Students are discouraged from
choosing the S/U option for required courses or for courses in the major. Students who are unclear about the appropriate
application of the S/U option should consult their advisers.
The four-course limit regarding the S/U option does not include those courses which are offered only on an S/U
basis. A student must elect to utilize the S/U option by the course withdrawal deadline.
Quality Points and Grade-Point Average
To remain in good academic standing, a student must maintain a certain standard of excellence. This standard is
defined by the quality-point system. The grade received on a course determines the number of quality points earned per
semester hour. Total quality points for a course are calculated by multiplying hours earned by the point value for the
grade earned.
Semester Grade Point Average: The semester grade-point average (GPA) is calculated by dividing quality points
earned that semester by hours taken on a letter-grade basis during that semester.
Cumulative Grade Point Average: The cumulative grade-point average (GPA) is calculated by dividing total
quality points by GPA (quality) hours. GPA hours are all hours of credit taken at Winthrop on a letter-grade basis.
Credits earned by examinations, credits transferred from other institutions, and credits for courses taken on satisfactory/
unsatisfactory basis are not used in computing a student’s cumulative grade-point average. Courses failed at Winthrop
University cannot be replaced by transfer coursework.
Earned Hours Taken: The sum of the total hours for which the student has been enrolled at Winthrop plus all
hours accepted by Winthrop as transfer credit and all hours awarded by Winthrop as Credit by Examination.
GPA (Quality) Hours Taken: All hours of credit taken at Winthrop on a regular letter grade basis. All courses are
counted in the semester summary of the semester in which they are taken and in the cumulative summary.
Cumulative Hours Earned: All hours of credit completed at Winthrop University with grades of A(-), B(+/-),
C(+/-), D(+/-), or S; all accepted transferred credits and all credits by examination. All courses are counted in the semester summary of the semester in which they are taken and in the cumulative summary.
Quality Points: Semester Hours Earned times the value of the Grade: A=4, A-=3.67, etc. (See grading system
above.) All courses are counted in the semester summary of the semester in which they have been taken and in the cumulative summary.
Grade Appeal Procedures
Students and faculty members should try to resolve grade problems informally. If no satisfactory solution is
reached, the student, the faculty member, or both may contact the appropriate chair or the appropriate dean.
For further information, please visit the full Grade Appeal Policy at http://www2.winthrop.edu/public/policy/
fullpolicy.aspx?pid=158.
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ACADEMIC REGULATIONS
Academic Eligibility (Probation and Suspension)
Students enrolled at Winthrop University must earn a minimum cumulative grade-point average of 2.00 in order to
avoid being placed on academic probation (or suspension). The first semester a student’s cumulative grade-point average
falls below a 2.00, he or she is placed on academic probation.
Students on academic probation may not enroll in more than 15 semester hours. A student on academic probation
whose semester grade-point average is 2.00 or higher is not suspended at the close of that semester even though the cumulative grade-point average remains below 2.00. The student may continue enrollment on academic probation.
The student is removed from academic probation at the close of a semester in which the cumulative grade-point
average meets or exceeds 2.00.
Undergraduate special students are not subject to academic eligibility while in this classification.
Credit awarded by examination and hours earned with a grade of S are used in determining classification but not in
determining the grade-point average.
A student’s eligibility in a given semester cannot be influenced by the change of a grade awarded in any semester
prior to the previous semester, except in the removal of an incomplete grade.
When a student is on probation, a subsequent violation in the next fall or spring semester of enrollment results in
a first academic suspension for the immediately succeeding regular academic semester and any intervening summer
session. Students who are readmitted after suspension are readmitted on academic probation. Failure to meet the specified minimum cumulative grade-point average during this semester results in a second suspension for one calendar year.
Readmission for a second time again places the student on academic probation. Failure to achieve the specified minimum
cumulative grade-point average after the second suspension results in permanent dismissal from the University.
Students enrolled in the summer session are not subject to probation or suspension at the end of the summer term,
but students who are on probation may be returned to good standing.
Credit earned at any other institution while a student is ineligible to enroll at Winthrop University cannot be applied to any degree at Winthrop University.
Recourse for Academically Ineligible Students
If an academically ineligible student feels there are extenuating circumstances in his or her situation, special consideration may be asked of the Committee on Undergraduate Petitions. Procedures for petitioning are as follows:
(1) A petition from the student must be presented to the Registrar stating the specific circumstances which prevented
the student from succeeding in his or her course work. This petition must be accompanied by a supporting
documentation and be signed by the adviser or Director of Student Services of the student’s college. A petition
form is available in the Office of Records and Registration and online.
(2) The petition must be received by the Registrar at least one week before the beginning of the semester for which
the student wishes to be readmitted.
(3) The Registrar forwards the petition, along with all supporting documents, to the Petitions Committee.
(4) Those who are readmitted by the Committee are notified and are allowed to register for courses.
General Appeal Procedure
Any undergraduate student may appeal for variations in the general education requirements and other university-wide academic regulations by submitting a petition to the Committee on Undergraduate Petitions.
Petitions must be accompanied by supporting statements or other documentary evidence which the student judges
pertinent to the petition. Petitions should be addressed to the Committee on Undergraduate Petitions, in care of the Registrar. A petition form is available in the Office of Records and Registration and online.
To be considered at a regular monthly meeting, petitions must be received by the Registrar by the deadline posted
on the online Registration calendar.
The Registrar forwards the petitions, along with any supporting documents, to the Undergraduate Petitions Committee and relays to the student the decisions reached by the Committee. (Refer to “Recourse For Academically Ineligible
Students” for specific instructions pertaining to petitions concerning academic ineligibility.) Students may appeal the
Petitions Committee decision to the office of the Provost/Vice President for Academic Affairs.
Fluency in English
A grievance policy exists in cases where a student claims that a faculty member’s fluency in English is not adequate
to conduct a course. Students may consult department or deans’ offices or the Office of Academic Affairs to obtain the full
text of the policy and grievance procedures.
Teacher Certification Requirements
Requirements for teacher certification set by the South Carolina State Department of Education or other agencies
may or may not be the same as degree requirements shown in this catalog. For more information, see page 76 or the Student Academic Services office in the Richard W. Riley College of Education.
Pre-College Credit and Dual Credit
Qualified high school students may enroll for university courses at Winthrop during the regular academic year or
summer session. To qualify, students must be recommended by their high school counselors or principals. Credit earned
can count towards a high school diploma, for college credit at Winthrop or both. However, this dual credit option is
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limited to secondary schools with which Winthrop has dual credit agreements.
ACADEMIC REGULATIONS
Transient Study Credit
Courses taken at another institution by a Winthrop student, either during the summer sessions or a regular semester, for transfer back to Winthrop must have written approval of the student’s Student Services Office prior to registration
for the courses. It is the student’s responsibility to have transcripts forwarded to the Office of Records and Registration as
soon as possible, and, if it is the student’s final semester at Winthrop, no later than two days prior to the expected graduation date. Transcripts of all college work taken while a student is absent from Winthrop for a semester or more must
be submitted when the student reapplies to Winthrop. All transient study credit is subject to the Winthrop University
Transfer Credit Policy.
Transfer Credit
Winthrop University, in general, accepts transfer course credit from other institutions of higher education under
the following conditions:
1. The course work must have been taken at an institution that is accredited by the commission on colleges of a
regional accreditation agency.
2. The subject matter and the level of the course must be appropriate to Winthrop’s general education curriculum
or the program into which the student is transferring.
3. The grade that is received for the course must be at least a C- or a grade with a minimum level equivalent to
a C-.
Transferring students who have completed course work in general studies programs are permitted to transfer only
15 semester hours of selected courses from such programs into any curriculum at Winthrop. The selection of the courses
and the applicability to the curriculum is determined by the academic division receiving the student.
The individual college at Winthrop makes the final determination of the applicability of the accepted credit to the
student’s degree program. Only 65 semester hours from a two-year college may be applied toward a baccalaureate degree
program at Winthrop.
A transfer student must earn at least 31 semester hours of course credits at Winthrop to complete requirements
for an undergraduate degree. Transfer credit is not used in computing a student’s grade-point average at Winthrop.
However, it is used in computing eligibility for academic honors and the LIFE Scholarship.
Winthrop University will award 2 hours of credit (Physical Education Elective) for completion of Basic Training. In
order to obtain credit, new students must submit a DD-214 form or DD-2586 form to the Office of Admissions.
Currently enrolled students should submit the form to Records and Registration.
Students who have taken military course work, and who wish for that course work to be evaluated for transfer
credit to Winthrop University, should request that an official transcript be mailed to the Office of Admissions (new
students) or Records and Registration (continuing students). The office of student services in the applicable college
will evaluate military credit using the current edition of the Guide to the Evaluation of Educational Experiences in the
Armed Forces. The academic college will make the final determination on the applicability of the acceptable credit to the
student’s degree program.
Winthrop will consider professional certification using the recommendations of the American Council on
Education’s College Recommendation Service (CREDIT).
Foreign Language Credit
Students may obtain credit for French, German, or Spanish 202 and courses listed below upon completion of the appropriate course (see below) with a grade of B or higher. Credit will not be given for courses for which university credit has
been awarded previously. No grade is assigned to this credit. A grade is received only for the course taken at Winthrop.
The course credits that can be earned are summarized below. For further information, contact the Chair of the Department of World Languages and Cultures.
Course taken at Winthrop with an earned grade of B or higher
Foreign Language Credit may be received for
FREN 102
FREN 101
FREN 201
FREN 101 and/or 102
FREN 202
FREN 101, 102 and/or 201
FREN 250 or higher
FREN 101, 102, 201 and/or 202
GERM 102
GERM 101
GERM 201
GERM 101 and/or 102
GERM 202
GERM 101, 102 and/or 201
GERM 250 or higher
GERM 101, 102, 201 and/or 202
SPAN 102
SPAN 101
SPAN 201
SPAN 101 and/or 102
SPAN 202
SPAN 101, 102 and/or 201
SPAN 250 or higher
SPAN 101, 102, 201 and/or 202
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ACADEMIC REGULATIONS
Graduate Credit for Winthrop University Seniors
Winthrop seniors with an overall grade-point average at Winthrop of 3.00 or better may be permitted to take
courses numbered 500-599 for graduate credit during their final semester of undergraduate work, provided the total
course load (undergraduate and graduate) for that semester does not exceed 16 semester hours. The student may receive
graduate credit for these courses only if the requirements for the baccalaureate degree are satisfactorily completed by the
end of that same semester.
Senior accounting students in their final term may take one 600 level accounting class if the student meets the
following conditions: (A) admitted provisionally to graduate studies for the MBA Accounting Option; (B) limited to one
600 level accounting course; (C) 3.0 undergraduate grade point average; and (D) limited to maximum load of 16 semester
hours.
Undergraduate students who wish to take courses numbered 500-599 for graduate credit must first receive approval
from the academic dean of the school or college in which they are majoring. Approval applications are available in the Office of Records and Registration, 126 Tillman, or online at http://www.winthrop.edu/recandreg/default.aspx?id=7051.
Repeating a Course
A student may repeat any course taken at Winthrop University or transferred to Winthrop for which he or she
did not earn a grade of B or higher, or a grade of S. (This regulation does not apply to courses that may be repeated for
additional credit.) Credit hours earned in a particular course taken at Winthrop will not be awarded more than one time,
(unless the course has been approved for additional credit) and transfer credit for repeated courses will be forfeited.
A student who enters Winthrop as a freshman is allowed a maximum of four repeated courses with grade exemption for any courses taken at Winthrop University for which he or she did not earn a grade of B or higher. Under this policy, the original grade earned in the course will be exempted from the calculation of the cumulative grade point average.
Students who transfer to Winthrop with fewer than 40 semester hours of credit also are allowed the four course repeats
with grade exemption; those with at least 40 and fewer than 70 hours are allowed three; those with at least 70 and fewer
than 100 are allowed two; and those with 100 or more are allowed only one repeated course.
The repeat exemptions will be automatically applied to courses as they are repeated up to the allowed number of
repeat exemptions. Receiving a grade of U in a repeated course will not replace a previous attempt’s grade, but will utilize
one of the repeat exemptions. Please note that repeat exemptions only apply to courses taken and retaken at Winthrop. Students
electing academic forgiveness do not get additional repeat exemptions.
For students receiving federal Financial Aid, the credit hours of the original course and the repeated course will
both count in the student’s attempted hours for calculation of percentage of hours earned (Satisfactory Academic Progess
Standards for Financial Aid.)
The Permanent Record and Transcripts of Record
A permanent record of each student’s courses, credits, and grades earned is maintained in the Office of Records and
Registration. Transcripts are provided upon written request of the student. Transcripts are withheld from those students
and former students who have unpaid accounts with the University.
Grade Reports
At the end of each semester and summer term, students may access their final grades via Wingspan (http://
wingspan.winthrop.edu). Copies of grades may be printed from Wingspan or obtained from the Office of Records and
Registration. Any grade error must be reported to the instructor of record. If no error is reported within 30 days of the day
grades are available for student access, it is assumed the report is correct and each entry becomes a part of the student’s
permanent record.
Academic Honors
President’s List. Each undergraduate student who completes a minimum of 12 semester hours of courses taken
on a letter-grade basis during the fall or spring semester and earns a grade-point average of 4.00 is eligible for
the President’s List for that semester. A student may not have incomplete grades.
Dean’s List. Each undergraduate student who completes a minimum of 12 semester hours of courses taken on
a letter-grade basis during the fall or spring semester and earns a grade-point average of at least 3.50 is eligible
for the Dean’s List for that semester. A student may not have incomplete grades.
Honor Graduates. Any undergraduate student who completes degree requirements with a final grade-point
average of 3.50 to 3.74 shall be granted a diploma cum laude; any undergraduate student who completes degree
requirements with a final grade-point average of 3.75 to 3.89 shall be granted a diploma magna cum laude; any
undergraduate student who completes degree requirements with a final grade-point average of 3.90 or higher
shall be granted a diploma summa cum laude.
Note: In order for a student who has credits transferred from another institution to receive a diploma cum
laude, magna cum laude, or summa cum laude, it is necessary to have the required grade-point average on the
work taken at Winthrop as well as the required grade-point average on the combination of Winthrop work,
including courses lost due to utilization of academic forgiveness, and all work taken at other institutions.
Coursework taken at other institutions cannot raise a graduate to a higher level of Academic Honors.
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ACADEMIC REGULATIONS
Students who complete degree requirements with a final grade point average of 3.75, earn a minimum of 48
quality hours (earned hours on a regular letter grade basis) at Winthrop University, and do not qualify for one
of the categories above, will receive Honors Recognition.
Choice of Catalog
A regular undergraduate student may obtain a degree in accordance with the requirements set forth in the catalog
in force at the time of the student’s initial enrollment as a regular undergraduate student at Winthrop, provided that the
student has not been absent from active enrollment for a continuous period of twelve months or more; or the student may
elect to obtain a degree in accordance with the requirements of any catalog issued after the initial enrollment, provided
the student was enrolled as a regular undergraduate student in Winthrop at the time the catalog was issued and has not
subsequently been absent from active enrollment for a continuous period of 12 months or more. When a student has
been absent for a period of 12 months or more, he or she must fulfill the requirements of the catalog in force at the time
of re-enrollment or a subsequent catalog in force during enrollments. In all cases, a student is restricted in choice to the
requirements of a specific catalog and must graduate within a period of eight years from the date the catalog was issued
to claim the rights of that catalog.
If any course required in the catalog specified is not offered after the student specifying the catalog has accumulated
87 semester hours, the University reserves the right to substitute another course. In all cases, if a course has been officially
dropped from the course offerings, the University provides a substitute course.
Change of Degree or Program of Study
A student may change from one degree program or area of academic concentration to another, provided the prerequisites for admission to the new program are met and appropriate written approval is obtained. Students should consult
their appropriate Student Services Office for assistance.
Application for Graduation
The Application for Graduation serves as official notification to the Registrar of the student’s planned graduation
date and also generates the ordering of the student’s diploma and other commencement-related notifications. Students
should apply for graduation upon earning 87 hours. An official review of the student’s record is performed to verify remaining degree requirements only upon receipt of the application for graduation. The Office of Records and Registration
will notify students and advisors via email upon the audit completion to check DegreeWorks, the online Degree Progress
Report.
The Degree Progress Report serves as a notification to the student of remaining degree requirements. A new degree
review is required if a student has a change of major, minor, or concentration. It is the student’s responsibility to notify
their Student Services office as well as the Office of Records and Registration of such changes. If a student is not enrolled
at Winthrop for one calendar year, the review is void and will require completion of a new application for graduation.
A $50 graduation fee is assessed at the time of the submission of the graduation application to the Office of Records
and Registration. Failure to file an application as specified below will result in a late fee. The application deadlines are
February 1 for August and December graduation and September 15 for May graduation. If the application is filed after
the established deadline, a $25 penalty is assessed. After the next established deadline, a $50 penalty is assessed for applications submitted during the semester of anticipated graduation.
Awarding Degrees and Commencement Exercises
Degrees are awarded three times a year, at the end of each Fall and Spring semester and at the end of the summer
session. Commencement exercises are held only twice a year, in December and in May. The program for the December
commencement lists the names of all students who completed degrees during the preceding summer session, as well as
those who were degree candidates during the Fall semester. The program for the May commencement lists the names of
those students who were degree candidates during the Spring semester. Only students who have completed all degree
requirements may participate in the commencement ceremony.
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Degree Requirements
Each student is responsible for meeting requirements for graduation as stated in the University Catalog. An adviser
is available for counsel, but the responsibility remains with the student.
The baccalaureate degrees require the completion of a minimum of 120 semester hours of credit, including all
courses required in the specified degree program, with a final grade-point average of 2.00 or better on all courses which
are taken on a letter-grade basis at Winthrop University. Students must also achieve a minimum of a 2.00 GPA in courses counted toward the major and minor programs. Some degree programs have more stringent GPA requirements. See
degree program listings for specific requirements.
Of those semester hours required for the baccalaureate degree, a minimum of 40 semester hours must be in courses
numbered above 299, and 38-53 semester hours must be distributed in accordance with the General Education Program
Distribution Requirements and the General Education Core: ACAD 101, WRIT 101, HMXP 102, and CRTW 201.
Not more than 36 semester hours in any one subject designator may be applied toward the major for a Bachelor of
Arts degree. A student may elect to apply up to an additional six semester hours in the same subject designator toward
general electives, General Education program distribution requirements, or a minor with the exception of the social sciences minor, unless limited by the major program.
All baccalaureate degree programs at Winthrop University require the successful completion of the General Education Core. (See below.)
A student not majoring in Business Administration may take for the baccalaureate degree a maximum of 30 semester hours of credit in the College of Business Administration. Programs permitting more than 30 semester hours of such
courses must be approved by the Dean of the College of Business Administration.
Each program leading to the Bachelor of Arts degree requires the completion of a minor in addition to the major
program. Students must achieve a 2.00 grade-point average in courses counted toward the minor. Students may fulfill
the minor requirements with one or more minors of their own choosing (see section on minors, page 135, for the comprehensive list of minors and the specific requirements for each minor) or a second major. No course may be included in two
minors or in a major and a minor. Students in all degree programs except the Bachelor of Arts degree may elect to complete a minor. The minimum number of semester hours required for a minor is 15, at least six of which must be in courses
above 299. Bachelor of Science degree students may use courses required in the major to also satisfy minor requirements,
except those pursuing a B.S. in Business Administration. No course may count toward a business administration major
and a business administration minor. Students majoring in Integrated Marketing Communication or Sport Mangement
may not minor in any business minor. Students may not select a major and minor which are the same. Minors are recorded on the permanent record.
Students may elect a second major. When doing so, students must indicate which college they wish to have advise
them, and it shall be the student’s responsibility to ascertain whether the appropriate requirements have been met in both
majors. The second major shall be recorded on the permanent record in lieu of, or in addition to, a minor. It should be
noted that a double major will not by itself lead to the conferral of a second degree. (See Second Baccalaureate Degree,
page 18.)
The General Education Program
In order to create an academic environment in which students use their talents to achieve excellence, take
responsibility for the integrity and quality of their own work, and engage in meaningful practices that prepare them to
fulfill their obligations as students in an academic community and as responsible global and local citizens, the faculty
developed the distinctive General Education Program at Winthrop University. The General Education Program captures
the dynamic quality of Winthrop’s academic environment that provides students with a framework for learning and
responsible decision-making that they will use throughout their lives.
The General Education Core
The General Education Core (ACAD 101, WRIT 101, HMXP 102, CRTW 201), collectively forms the basis of deeper
learning and academic progress. The courses in the Core will acquaint students with academic writing and critical
thinking and will build capacities that students will use throughout their university experience and their adult lives.
Beginning students should enroll in WRIT 101 during their first semester at Winthrop University and should complete
WRIT 101, HMXP 102, and CRTW 201 early in their academic careers. Students who do not pass these courses with grades
of C- or better by the time they have completed 75 earned hours will be limited to a maximum course load of 12 hours per
semester and will not be permitted to enroll in courses above 299 until they have satisfied these requirements.
An education at Winthrop University will produce graduates who will recognize the importance of the following and
will aspire to these educational ideals:
Goal One: To communicate clearly and effectively in standard English.
To achieve this goal, students should:
1. Read, write, and speak standard English.
2. Analyze written, spoken, and nonverbal messages from a variety of disciplines; and
3. Understand and practice rhetorical techniques and styles by writing and by giving oral
presentations
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Goal Two:
DEGREE REQUIREMENTS
To acquire and appreciate quantitative skills.
To achieve this goal, students should:
1. Solve mathematical problems of the type necessary for living in today’s and tomorrow’s world;
2. Make valid inferences from data;
3. Understand that quantitative analysis is important to almost every endeavor of humankind; and
4. Understand the concept and application of quantitative relationships.
Goal Three: To use critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and a variety of research methods.
To achieve this goal, students should:
1. Identify sound and unsound reasoning;
2. Analyze and use a variety of information gathering techniques;
3. Conduct independent research;
4. Use computers competently; and
5. Use the library and other information sources competently.
Goal Four: To recognize and appreciate human diversity (both past and present) as well as the diversity of ideas,
institutions, philosophies, moral codes, and ethical principles.
To achieve this goal, students should:
1. Analyze diverse world cultures, societies, languages, historical periods and artistic expressions.
2. Understand cultures in their own terms and in terms of the diversity of ideas, institutions,
philosophies, moral codes, and ethical principles; and,
3. Understand the nature of social and cultural conflict and methods of resolution
Goal Five: To understand scientific knowledge in terms of its methods or acquisition, its specific quantitative
nature, and its dynamic and contingent character.
To achieve this goal, students should:
1. Study areas of science that may affect everyday life;
2. Identify and develop hypotheses, design studies, and collect data in light of these hypotheses;
3. Take accurate measurements and make detailed observations to reach valid empirical conclusions; and
4. Understand how scientific theories change over time.
Goal Six:
To understand aesthetic values, the creative process, and the interconnectedness of the literary, visual,
and performing arts throughout the history of civilization.
To achieve this goal, students should:
1. Participate in and/or observe a variety of artistic expressions;
2. Study the discipline and techniques involved in artistic creations; and
3. Understand how and why people use artistic form.
Goal Seven: To examine values, attitudes, beliefs, and habits which define the nature and quality of life.
To achieve this goal, students should:
1. Reflect on the role played in their lives by school, work, leisure, and community involvement;
2. Examine problems, issues, and choices that confront citizens of the world;
3. Pursue basic principles of wellness;
4. Take responsibility for the consequences of their actions and choices; and
5. Articulate and assess their personal ethical principles.
General Education Program Distribution Requirements
The General Education Program is based on three concepts: mastery of competencies, integration of experiences
across disciplines, and exposure to a variety of intellectual and social perspectives. The program is composed of three
core areas: shared skills and proficiencies, thinking critically across disciplines, and introducing students to broad
disciplinary perspectives. Courses used to complete major or minor requirements may also be used to complete some
General Education Program Distribution requirements. Students should see their degree program for specific course
requirements.
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DEGREE REQUIREMENTS
General Education Courses
Semester Hours
ACAD 101 (Required of first-time freshmen only)
1
Shared Skills and Proficiencies
Writing and Critical Thinking
WRIT 101, HMXP 102, and CRTW 201 (grade of C- or better required in each)
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Oral Communication
0-3*
ARTE 391, BIOL 480, CSCI 327, DCED 391, ECED 352, EDUC 400, 401, ELEM 362, 391, ENGE 391, GEOG 500,
LEAD 465, MAED 391, MATH 400, MLAN 391, MUST 590, PLSC 260, FACS 573, SCWK 431, SPCH 201, 203,
SPED 391, THRA 120, WRIT 465, 566
Technology
0-3%
ARTS 281; BIOL 300 & 480; CSCI 101 and three from CSCI 101A, B, C, D, F, I, or P; 151; 207 & 327;
EDCO 305; GEOG 305, 308, 350 (Geospatial Technologies topic only); MCOM 205 & 241; VCOM 261, 262;
WRIT 367, 501, 502
Intensive Writing
0-3*
ANTH 302, 341, ARTH 454, BIOL 300, CSCI 327, DANT 386, ENGL 300, ENVS 520, FREN 410,
HIST 300, IDVS 490, LEAD 465, MATH 400, MAED 548, MCOM 331, 342, 343, 412, 441, 471, MLED 390,
MUST 306, NUTR 494, PHED 381, PHIL 495, PLSC 490, PSYC 302, READ 290, RELG 495, SCWK 330,
SOCL 302, SPED 585, THRT 386, WRIT 300, 350, 351, 366, 465, 501, 566
Constitution Requirement
0-3*#
ECON 103, EDUC 312, HIST 211, 212, 312, PLSC 201, 356
Physical Activity
1
All 100-level PESH and all DANA courses
Thinking Critically Across Disciplines
Global Perspectives
3#
ANTH 201, 203, ARTH 175, 176, EDCI 210, EDUC 315, ENGL 208, 307, 308, 333, 502, FREN 280,
301, 302, GEOG 101, 201, 306, GERM 280, 301, HIST 111, 112, 113, 344, 345, 351, 547, 548, 560, HONR 233H,
INAS 425, MCOM 302, MGMT 529, MLAN 330A/B/C, 530A/B/C, MUST 307, PLSC 205, 207, 260, 390,
RELG 300, 335, 340, SPAN 280, 421, 422, THRT 210
Historical Perspectives
3#
AAMS 300, ARTH 175, 176, 341, 342, 343, 346, 347, 348, 480, 481, 482, DANT 385, 386, EDUC 312,
ENGL 203, 211, 507, HIST 111, 112, 113, 211, 212, 310, 312, 313, 314, 315, 344, 345, 350, 351, 352, 502, 505, 509,
515, 525, 527, 547, 548, 550, 560, 561, HONR 231H, MDST 300, MUST 305, PEAC 502, 550, PHED 380,
PHIL 301, 302, RELG 313, 314, 316, 320, THRT 312, 385, 386, VCOM 374
Introducing Students to Broad Disciplinary Perspectives
Social Science (2 designators)
6#
ANTH 201, 203, ECON 103, 215, 216, 343, EDUC 200, 315, ENVS 101, GEOG 101, HCMT 200, HONR 234H,
LGST 300, MCOM 101, PLSC 201, 202, 205, 207, 260, 355, PSYC 101, SCWK 200, SOCL 101, 201
Humanities and Arts (2 designators)
6#§
ARTE 547, ARTH 175, 176, 341, 342, 343, 347, 348, 450, 452, 453, 454, 480, 481, 482, ARTS 305, 311, 351,
354, 364, ARTT 298, DANA 101, 102, 104, 105, 231, 232, 236, 238, 246, 249, 251, 252, 258, 261, DANT 201,
298, EDUC 312, ENGL 200, 203, 208, 211, 305, 307, 308, 310, 312, 317, 319, 320, 323, 324, 325, 328, 330, 333, 370,
380, FREN 250, 401, 402, GERM 250, 401, HIST 111, 112, 113, 312, 313, 509, 547, HONR 232H, MDST 300,
510, MGMT 575, all MUSA ensemble (MUSA 141-169) and lesson courses (MUSA 112, 211, 212, 311, 312, 411,
412 [all letters]), MUST 298, 306, 315, PEAC 200, PHIL 101, 230, 301, 302, 303, 315, 350, 390, 410, 412, 450,
565, 575, PLSC 356, 510, READ 290, RELG 101, 220, 313, 314, 316, 317, 350, 390, SPAN 250, 401, 402, THRA 120,
THRT 210, 298, 312, 385, 386, 442, VCOM 151, 222, 258, 374, VPAS 320
Quantitative Skills and Natural Science (3 courses)
9-12
Quantitative Skills--MATH 105, 150, 151 or 201, or any course with 201 as the pre-requisite (3-8)
Natural Science (3-8) One must include a lab(indicated by~); if two courses taken, must be in two areas.
Life: ANTH 202~, 315~, BIOL 150/151~, 203/204~, 206H~(Honors only), GRNT 301, NUTR 221, SCIE 301
Earth: ANTH 220, 345~, GEOL 110/113~, 210/211~, 250/251~
Physical: CHEM 101, 105, 106/108~, PHYS 101/102~, 105, 211/211L~, 253, 256
Total
****NO MORE THAN TWO COURSES (6-8 CREDITS) IN THE MAJOR MAY COUNT TOWARD
REQUIREMENTS IN THIS BOX.****
38-53
*These requirements may be met by courses which also meet other General Education Distribution requirements.
# These courses contain a significant writing component (except for Art studio or Dance and Music performance/lesson courses.)
§Designators that differ only for the purpose of theory and application will be considered the same designator in this category.
%
The Technology requirement and CRTW 201 must be completed by the time the student reaches 75 earned hours.
Any course listed above which is taken with an Honors suffix (H) will also meet the requirement.
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DEGREE REQUIREMENTS
University Level Competencies
All candidates for a baccalaureate degree shall complete the General Education Distribution Requirements.
Although these requirements usually take the form of individual courses, students should integrate their learning
experiences from different courses taken at different times and should assimilate common concepts taught in different
disciplines. Students should conduct all activities in an ethical manner and work with integrity and honesty toward the
goals below. Courses through the General Education Program and the student’s major and minor (if appropriate) will
prepare students for mastery of the following University Level Competencies, competencies that will prepare students for
careers and living beyond their studies at Winthrop:
Competency 1: Winthrop graduates think critically and solve problems.
Winthrop University graduates reason logically, evaluate and use evidence, and solve problems. They seek out and
assess relevant information from multiple viewpoints to form well-reasoned conclusions. Winthrop graduates consider
the full context and consequences of their decisions and continually reexamine their own critical thinking process,
including the strengths and weaknesses of their arguments.
Competency 2: Winthrop graduates are personally and socially responsible.
Winthrop University graduates value integrity, perceive moral dimensions, and achieve excellence. They take
seriously the perspectives of others, practice ethical reasoning, and reflect on experiences. Winthrop graduates have a
sense of responsibility to the broader community and contribute to the greater good.
Competency 3: Winthrop graduates understand the interconnected nature of the world and the time in which they
live.
Winthrop University graduates comprehend the historical, social, and global contexts of their disciplines and
their lives. They also recognize how their chosen area of study is inextricably linked to other fields. Winthrop graduates
collaborate with members of diverse academic, professional, and cultural communities as informed and engaged citizens.
Competency 4: Winthrop graduates communicate effectively.
Winthrop University graduates communicate in a manner appropriate to the subject, occasion, and audience. They
create texts – including but not limited to written, oral, and visual presentations – that convey content effectively. Mindful
of their voice and the impact of their communication, Winthrop graduates successfully express and exchange ideas.
Residence Requirements
There are four basic residence requirements:
1. A minimum of 25% of course credits required for a degree (30 hours in a 120-hour program) must be taken
within five calendar years preceding the date the degree is granted.
2. A minimum of 22 of the final hours required for the degree must be taken in residence at Winthrop exclusive of CLEP credit. However, a minimum of 15 is required if the student participates in a recognized exchange
program at Winthrop University. This exception will require the approval of the Winthrop director of the
exchange program, the head of the student’s department, and the director of student services in the college of
the student’s major.
3. When part of the final hours is taken at another institution, the student must have taken a minimum of 30
semester hours at Winthrop prior to taking the final 30 hours. The institution and the course taken must be
satisfactory to the student’s adviser and to the dean of the college.
4. A minimum of 12 semester hours of course credits must be taken in residence at Winthrop in the major
discipline(s).
In addition to the basic residence requirements for all Winthrop undergraduate degrees, all undergraduate degree
programs in the College of Business Administration require that the final 31 hours required for the degree must be taken
in residence at Winthrop.
Course Level Requirement
For graduation with a baccalaureate degree a student must present a minimum of 40 semester hours in courses
numbered above 299 (48 semester hours above 299 in programs offered by the College of Business Administration).
Final Grade-Point Average
A final cumulative grade-point average of 2.00 or better is required for graduation. The final grade-point average is
based on the hours and quality points earned for all courses taken on a letter-grade basis at Winthrop.
Freshman Year Seminar: Principles of the Learning Academy
The freshman year seminar course, Principles of the Learning Academy (ACAD 101) is required for all first-time
entering freshmen. The goals of this course are to introduce first-year students to the concepts, resources, and skills necessary for successful higher learning and to facilitate the student’s adjustment to and engagement in the class and university. ACAD 101 carries one hour of credit.
Cultural Events Requirement
By graduation, each undergraduate student, who began at Winthrop as a Freshman, is required to attend three cul-
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DEGREE REQUIREMENTS
tural events for every 20 hours completed at Winthrop University, not to exceed a maximum requirement of 18 cultural
events. Transfer students will be required to attend three cultural events for every 20 hours needed to reach 120 hours.
For example, a student bringing in 30 hours of accepted transfer credit would be required to complete 13 cultural events.
(The minimum number is four as students must complete a minimum 25% of course credits at Winthrop required for
the degree.) The purpose of the cultural events requirement is to establish and foster a life-enriching pattern of cultural
involvement.
Each semester a calendar of events which have been approved as fulfilling the cultural events requirement is
published. This calendar will have events added over the course of the semester. Events that are selected will be chosen
from areas such as plays, films, art exhibitions, and dance and musical performances, or from lectures of general appeal.
Students may fulfill this requirement through any one of the following three methods or a combination of these methods:
1. Attend approved on-campus events. To receive credit the student must be scanned both in and out of the
event.
2. Petition for credit for attendance at an event off-campus. This option requires a petition form (available from
the Cultural Events coordinator in the Office of Records and Registration or the Winthrop website), proof of
attendance (ticket stub or program), and a one-page typewritten report.
3. Present a portfolio of culturally related life experiences. All experiences cited must be post-high school and
prior to matriculation at Winthrop University. This option is designed for the nontraditional student with
extensive cultural experiences.
For more detailed information regarding the Cultural Events Requirement and/or these three options, visit the
Cultural Events website at http://www.winthrop.edu/culturalevents/ or contact the Office of Records and Registration,
126 Tillman.
Double Majors/Dual Degrees
A student may obtain a double major within the 120 hours required for a baccalaureate degree by completing
requirements for two majors with the same degree (e.g., BA Political Science and BA History). Selection of two majors
representing different degrees (e.g. BS Biology and BA Psychology) leads to a dual degree. A student may obtain a dual
degree by completing the requirements for both majors including at least 30 hours beyond the 120 hours required for the
first degree.
Second Baccalaureate Degree
A graduate of the University may receive a second baccalaureate degree if it is in a different major by fulfilling the
following conditions:
1. Meet all the requirements for the second degree.*
2. Complete a minimum of 30 hours in residence beyond requirements for the first degree.
*The dean of the appropriate college will determine the courses required to complete the second degree. Cultural Events
are not required for the second degree.
Students wishing to complete a second degree concurrently with their first undergraduate degree must meet all
requirements for the second degree and complete 30 credit hours beyond the requirements for the first degree.
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The College of Arts and Sciences
Karen Kedrowski, Dean
Robert Prickett, Associate Dean
M. Gregory Oakes, Assistant Dean
Undergraduate Degree Programs and Requirements
The College of Arts and Sciences provides educational opportunities for students to gain knowledge, insights,
and skills in order to grow more sensitive to the significance of the human heritage, to participate and contribute
knowledgeably and effectively as citizens, and to lead rewarding, productive, and enriched lives within the
contemporary world.
Providing the liberal arts foundation for all Winthrop University students, the College of Arts and Sciences offers a
broad spectrum of general education courses so undergraduate students may be afforded the central core of knowledge
enjoyed by well-educated citizenry.
Some of the degree programs in Arts and Sciences prepare majors directly for professional employment. Others prepare them for admission to professional and graduate schools. Others programs, combined with an appropriate minor
from Arts and Sciences or one of the professional schools, provide a valuable basis for a career.
The College of Arts and Sciences offers the Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Social Work, Master of
Arts, Master of Liberal Arts, Master of Science, Master of Social Work, and Specialist in School Psychology degrees with
the following majors:
Bachelor of Arts Degree: English, environmental studies, history, individualized studies, mass communication,
mathematics, modern languages, philosophy and religion, political science, psychology, social studies and
sociology.
Bachelor of Science Degree: biology, chemistry, environmental sciences, human nutrition, integrated marketing
communication, and mathematics.
Bachelor of Social Work Degree
Master of Arts Degree: English, history, and Spanish.
Master of Liberal Arts Degree: liberal arts.
Master of Science Degree: biology, human nutrition, and school psychology.
Master of Social Work
Specialist in School Psychology Degree
Minors for undergraduate degrees are offered through the College of Arts and Sciences in African American studies;
anthropology; applied physics; biology; chemistry; criminal justice; English; French; general science; geography; geology;
German; gerontology; history; human nutrition; humanities; international and global studies; legal studies; mathematics;
medieval studies; peace, justice, and conflict resolution studies; philosophy; philosophy and religion; political science;
psychology; religion; social sciences; social welfare; sociology; Spanish; sustainability; women and gender studies; and
writing. See the section on Minors, p. 135, for requirements.
Winthrop’s undergraduate program in human nutrition is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in
Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. The Bachelor of Social Work program is accredited by the Council on Social Work Education. The Department of Mass Communication is accredited by the Accrediting Council of Education in Journalism and Mass Communications.
College of Arts and Sciences Requirements
Foreign Language Requirements: A candidate for a BA or BS degree in the College of Arts and Sciences must
demonstrate proficiency in a foreign language at or above the second semester college level. This requirement may be met
by a satisfactory score on a recognized proficiency examination or by passing a foreign language course numbered 102 or
any foreign language course with 102 as a prerequisite. Non-native speakers of English can petition the College of Arts
and Sciences Curriculum Committee for possible exemption from the foreign language requirement. Native speakers of a foreign language will not receive CLEP credit for the 101, 102, 201, or 202 courses in that language. (A native
speaker is defined as one who has achieved a high level of reading, writing, speaking and listening ability in that language. This would be demontrated by having completed significant secondary schooling in that language or by having
other proof of that level of ability.) Students who are fluent in a language other than their native language or English
may receive CLEP credit in that language, but may not enroll in 101, 102, 201, or 202 courses in the second language in
which they are fluent.
B.S. and B.S.W Degree Requirements: Although not required, students enrolled in B.S. and B.S.W. degree programs
may complete a minor. In such cases, students may use courses required in the major to also satisfy minor requirements.
Students pursuing the B.S. degree in Integrated Marketing Communication cannot minor in business.
Teacher Certification: Certification is available in the following areas: biology, chemistry (graduate level only),
English, French, mathematics, Spanish, and social studies. Students must meet all requirements for admission to and
completion of the Teacher Education Program and its core curriculum.
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COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCES--BIOLOGY
BIOLOGY
Faculty
Professors
Janice B. Chism
Dwight D. Dimaculangan, Chair
Paula L. Mitchell
William Rogers
Julian Smith III
Kristi Westover
Instructors
Cassie Bell
Victoria Frost
Associate Professors
Heather Evans-Anderson
Laura Glasscock
Kunsiri Grubbs
Adjuncts
Jessica Boulware
William Burd
Angelica Christie
Deborah R. Curry
Steven E. Fields
Anita McCulloch
Charles Neilson
Lynn Snyder
Miriam Watts
Silvia Wozniak
Almaz Yilma
Assistant Professors
Meir Barak
Eric Birgbauer
Matthew Heard
Kathryn Kohl
Matthew Stern
Cynthia Tant
Bachelor of Science in Biology
The biology major is frequently chosen by students with career interests related to medicine, botany, zoology, molecular biology, environmental and conservation biology, teaching and secondary education in the sciences, and other
careers. Qualified Winthrop students in biology are accepted for postgraduate study in many of those fields. Emphasizing a student’s capacity to understand and conduct research, students pursuing the BS degree can tailor their program
beyond the major’s core curriculum to meet their specific needs. In addition, the department offers four sub-tracks within
the program with more prescribed curricula: 1) B.S. in Biology with a concentration in Biomedical Research; 2) B.S. in
Biology with Teacher Certification; 3) B.S. in Biology with a concentration in Medical Technology; and 4)B.S. in Biology
with a concentration in Conservation Biology.
Pre-Health Profession Programs with a Bachelor of Science in Biology
(i.e. Medicine, Veterinary Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy, and Physical Therapy)
The biology major is ideal for students preparing to enter into a health profession program because it provides a broad
background in the natural sciences as well as specific training in essential biological topics related to the medical field. It
is the most popular major for students entering into professional programs for medicine, veterinary medicine, dentistry,
pharmacy, and physical therapy. For example, more than 50% of all medical students in the United States were biology
majors as undergraduates, which is more than three times greater than any other major including the physical and social
sciences.
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General Education Courses
ACAD 101
Shared Skills and Proficiencies
Writing and Critical Thinking
WRIT 101, HMXP 102, CRTW 201
COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCES--BIOLOGY
Semester Hours
Principles of the Learning Academy
1
Composition; The Human Experience: Who Am I?
Crit Reading, Thinking, & Writing
Met in major with BIOL 480
Met in major with BIOL 300 & 480
Met in major with BIOL 300
See approved list, p. 16; may be met by other req
See approved list, p. 16
9
Oral Communication
0
Technology
0
Intensive Writing
0
Constitution Requirement
0-3
Physical Activity
1
Thinking CriticallyAcross Disciplines
Global Perspectives
See approved list, p. 16
3
Historical Perspectives
See approved list, p. 16
3
Introducing Students to Broad Disciplinary Perspectives
Social Science
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
6
Humanities and Arts
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
6
Quantitative Skills and Natural Science (3 courses)
Quantitative Skills
See approved list, p. 16
3-4
Natural Science
Met in major with BIOL 203/204 and CHEM 105
0
Subtotal
32-36
Requirements in Major
64-65
BIOL 202, 203, 204, 205, 206, 300, 480, 491, 492
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Area A. Ecology, Evolution and Field Biology
6-8
Select two courses, one of which must include a lab.
BIOL 303, 304, 309, 323, 403, 404, 505, 508, 510, 511, 513, 515, 518, 524, 525, 551, 552A or B, and 560
Area B. Cells, Genes and Developmental Biology
7-8
Select two courses, one of which must include a lab.
BIOL 310, 315, 317, 321, 322, 507, 517, 519, 521, 522, 528, 530, 555 and 557
Area C. Select additional courses to total 42 hours in BIOL from the above areas and from the following: 7-10
BIOL 307, 308, 440, 450H, 461, 463, 471 and 540
Students must select at least one 500-level BIOL course from among requirements above.
Required Math and Science Courses
CHEM 105, 106, 108
General Chemistry I & II
8
Any MATH (except 291, 292, and any course used to satisfy the Quantitative Skills Area)
3-4
Area D. Mathematics and Science Electives
11
Must be chosen from: MATH (except 291 & 292 and any course used to satisfy the Quantitative Skills Area);
CHEM (except 101, 104, 461, 462, or 463); PHYS (except 101/102); GEOL; and QMTH 205, 206 (if MATH 141 not
selected).
Foreign Language Requirement
3-8†
General Electives
11-21
Total
120
No more than 3 semester hours of credit may be awarded toward a degree in biology for a student completing any
combination of BIOL 461 and 463. The student must complete a minimum of 12 semester hours of BIOL courses in
residence at Winthrop University.
†This requirement may be met by a satisfactory score on a recognized examination or by passing any foreign language course
numbered 102 or any course with 102 as a prerequisite.
See pages 16-18 for additional degree requirements.
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COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCES--BIOLOGY CERTIFICATION
Bachelor of Science in Biology - Certification as Secondary School Teacher
Program Coordinator: Cassie Bell
Students desiring certification as teachers of biology should consult with the department’s certification adviser and
Student Academic Services in the Richard W. Riley College of Education for specific requirements for admission to the
Teacher Education Program. See section on College of Education Admission Requirements, page 75.
General Education Courses
ACAD 101
Shared Skills and Proficiencies
Writing and Critical Thinking
WRIT 101, HMXP 102, CRTW 201
Principles of the Learning Academy
Composition; The Human Experience: Who Am I?
Crit Reading, Thinking, & Writing
Met in major with BIOL 480
Met in major with BIOL 300 & 480
Met in major with BIOL 300
See approved list, p. 16; may be met by other req
See approved list, p. 16
Oral Communication
Technology
Intensive Writing
Constitution Requirement
Physical Activity
Thinking CriticallyAcross Disciplines
Global Perspectives
See approved list, p. 16
Historical Perspectives
See approved list, p. 16
Introducing Students to Broad Disciplinary Perspectives
Social Science
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
3 hours met in Education Sequence with EDUC 200
Humanities and Arts
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
Quantitative Skills and Natural Science (3 courses)
Quantitative Skills
See approved list, p. 16
Natural Science
Met in major with BIOL 203/204 & CHEM 105
Subtotal
Requirements in Major
BIOL 202, 203, 204, 205, 206, 300, 307, 308, 310, 317, 480, 491, 492, and 513
BIOL 304, 323, 403, 510, 511, or 515
CHEM 105, 106, and 108
General Chemistry I & II
Any MATH (except 291 & 292 and any course used to satisfy the Quantitative Skills area. Must be
MATH 141 if MATH 150 not taken.
PHYS 201, 202 and GEOL 110 and 113
General Physics I & II; Physical Geology
Professional Education Sequence
EDUC 101, 200, 220, 400, 403, 410, EDCO 201, 202, 203, 305, 306, 350, 351
SCIE 391, 393
Prin of Teaching Science I & II
Foreign Language Requirement
Total
Semester Hours
1
9
0
0
0
0-3
1
3
3
3
6
3-4
29-33
65-66
38
4
8
3-4
12
34
30***
4
3-8†
131-141
†This requirement may be met by a satisfactory score on a recognized examination or by passing any foreign language course
numbered 102 or any course with 102 as a prerequisite.
***A grade of C or better is required in all but EDUC 403 and may not be taken on the S/U basis.
In addition to the requirements for their major, students must meet requirements for the Teacher Education Program,
which include the requirements for Admission to Teacher Education, Entry to the Professional Stage, and Program Completion. For information on these requirements, consult the Student Academic Services in the College of Education.
Passage of the PRAXIS II Series content area examinations is required prior to entry into the professional stage for
all candidates in the teacher education program. For the most current PRAXIS information required for test(s) in your
content area, visit the South Carolina Department of Education website: http://ed.sc.gov/agency/se/EducatorServices/Licensure/Required-Examinations.cfm.
The student must attain a cumulative grade-point average of 2.75 or better in courses taken at Winthrop and a minimum of a 2.0 in the 65-66 hours of the required program. The student must complete a minimum of 12 semester hours of
BIOL courses in residence at Winthrop University. No more than 3 semester hours of credit may be awarded toward a
degree in biology for a student completing any combination of BIOL 461 and 463.
See pages 16-18 for additional degree requirements.
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COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCES--BIOLOGY CONSERVATION
Bachelor of Science in Biology-Conservation Biology
General Education Courses
ACAD 101
Shared Skills and Proficiencies
Writing and Critical Thinking
WRIT 101, HMXP 102, CRTW 201
Principles of the Learning Academy
Semester Hours
1
Composition; The Human Experience: Who Am I?
Crit Reading, Thinking, & Writing
Met in major with BIOL 480
Met in major with BIOL 300 & 480
Met in major with BIOL 300
See approved list, p. 16; may be met by other req
See approved list, p. 16
9
Oral Communication
0
Technology
0
Intensive Writing
0
Constitution Requirement
0-3
Physical Activity
1
Thinking CriticallyAcross Disciplines
Global Perspectives
See approved list, p. 16
3
Historical Perspectives
See approved list, p. 16
3
Introducing Students to Broad Disciplinary Perspectives
Social Science
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
6
Humanities and Arts
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
6
Quantitative Skills and Natural Science (3 courses)
Quantitative Skills
See approved list, p. 16
3-4
Natural Science
Met in major with BIOL 203/204 and CHEM 105
0
Subtotal
32-36
Requirements in Major
64-65
BIOL 202, 203, 204, 205, 206, 300, 480, 491, 492
19
Conservation Biology: BIOL 551, 552 (A or B)
6
Area A. Ecology, Evolution and Field Biology
BIOL 403 or 515
Ecology or Environmental Biology
4
BIOL 513
Organic Evolution
3
Area B. Cells, Genes and Developmental Biology
BIOL 317
Genetics
4
Choose one from BIOL 310, 315, 321, 322, 519, 522, 530, 555 and 557
3-4
Area C. Select additional courses to total 42 hours in BIOL from the above areas and from the following: 2-3
BIOL 303, 304, 307, 308, 323, 403, 404, 440, 450H, 461, 463, 471, 505, 507, 508, 510, 511, 515, 518, 521, 527,
540 (Human Ecology, Sustainable Agriculture, Evolution of Mammals)
Required Math and Science Courses
CHEM 105, 106, 108
General Chemistry I & II
8
Any MATH (except 291 & 292 and any course used to satisfy the Quantitative Skills Area)
3-4
Area D. Mathematics and Science Electives
11
Must be chosen from: MATH (except 291 & 292 and any course used to satisfy the Quantitative Skills Area);
CHEM (except 101, 104, 461, 462, or 463); PHYS (except 101/102); GEOL; and QMTH 205, 206 (if MATH 141 not
selected).
Foreign Language Requirement
3-8†
General Electives
11-21
Total
120
†This requirement may be met by a satisfactory score on a recognized examination or by passing any foreign language course
numbered 102 or any course with 102 as a prerequisite.
No more than 3 semester hours of credit may be awarded toward a degree in Biology for a student completing any
combination of BIOL 461 and 463. The student must complete a minimum of 12 semester hours of BIOL courses in residence at Winthrop University.
See pages 16-18 for additional degree requirements.
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COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCES--BIOLOGY/MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY
Bachelor of Science in Biology - Certification as a Medical Technologist
Program Director: Dr. Vicky Frost
Students desiring national certification as a Medical Technologist should consult with the department’s Medical Technology adviser for specific details about this program. Qualified graduates must be accepted by a School of Medical
Technology for a year (12 months) of hospital training before being certified.
General Education Courses
ACAD 101
Shared Skills and Proficiencies
Writing and Critical Thinking
WRIT 101, HMXP 102, CRTW 201
Principles of the Learning Academy
Semester Hours
1
Composition; The Human Experience: Who Am I?
Crit Reading, Thinking, & Writing
Met in major with BIOL 480
Met in major with BIOL 300 & 480
Met in major with BIOL 300
See approved list, p. 16; may be met by other req
See approved list, p. 16
9
Oral Communication
0
Technology
0
Intensive Writing
0
Constitution Requirement
0-3
Physical Activity
1
Thinking CriticallyAcross Disciplines
Global Perspectives
See approved list, p. 16
3
Historical Perspectives
See approved list, p. 16
3
Introducing Students to Broad Disciplinary Perspectives
Social Science
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
6
Humanities and Arts
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
6
Quantitative Skills and Natural Science (3 courses)
Quantitative Skills
3-4
Natural Science
Met in major with BIOL 203/204 and CHEM 105
0
Subtotal
32-36
Requirements in Major
64
BIOL 202, 203, 204, 205, 206, 300, 480, 491, 492
19
BIOL 310, 317, 522
Microbiology, Genetics, Immunology
12
BIOL Electives – select two courses from the following areas:
(must include one laboratory course)
6-8
Area A. Ecology, Evolution and Field Biology
BIOL 303, 304, 309, 323, 403, 404, 505, 508, 510, 511, 513, 515, 518, 524, 525, 551, 552A or B and 560
Area B. Cells, Genes and Developmental Biology (satisfied by the required program)
0
Area C. Select additional courses to total 42 hours in BIOL from the above areas and from the following: 3-5
BIOL 307, 308, 315, 321, 322, 440, 450H, 461, 463, 471, 507, 517, 519, 521, 528, 530, 540, 555, and 557
Students must complete at least one 500-level BIOL course from among requirements above.
Required Math and Science Courses
CHEM 105, 106, 108
General Chemistry I & II
8
CHEM 301, 302, 304
Organic Chemistry I & II
8
MATH 141
3
Area D. Mathematics and Science electives:
3
Must be chosen from CHEM 313, 314, 523, 524 and 525; CSCI 101 and CSCI 101A, B, and C;
MATH (except 291 & 292 and any course used to satisfy the Quantitative Skills Area); PHYS (except 101/102);
GEOL
Foreign Language Requirement
3-8†
General Electives
12-21
Total
120
†This requirement may be met by a satisfactory score on a recognized examination or by passing any foreign language course
numbered 102 or any course with 102 as a prerequisite.
The student must complete a minimum of 12 semester hours of BIOL courses in residence at Winthrop University.
No more than 3 semester hours of credit may be awarded toward a degree in biology for a student completing any
combination of BIOL 461 and 463.
Students may apply to any NAACLS accredited hospital program in the US. Students should consult with the Med Tech
faculty advisor since the specific admission requirements vary among the accredited hospital programs. Local schools
include Carolinas Medical Center in Charlotte, NC, McLeod Regional Medical Center in Florence, SC, and Lexington
Medical Health center in Columbia, SC.
See pages 16-18 for additional degree requirements.
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COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCES--BIOLOGY/BIOMEDICAL RESEARCH
Bachelor of Science in Biology - Biomedical Research
This concentration within the biology major is designed to prepare students for admission into post-graduate research
programs in the biomedical sciences. Students will complete a year-long research internship.
General Education Courses
ACAD 101
Shared Skills and Proficiencies
Writing and Critical Thinking
WRIT 101, HMXP 102, CRTW 201
Principles of the Learning Academy
Composition; The Human Experience: Who Am I?
Crit Reading, Thinking, & Writing
Met in major with BIOL 480
Met in major with BIOL 300 & 480
Met in major with BIOL 300
See approved list, p. 16; may be met by other req
See approved list, p. 16
Semester Hours
1
Oral Communication
Technology
Intensive Writing
Constitution Requirement
Physical Activity
Thinking CriticallyAcross Disciplines
Global Perspectives
See approved list, p. 16
Historical Perspectives
See approved list, p. 16
Introducing Students to Broad Disciplinary Perspectives
Social Science
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
Humanities and Arts
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
Quantitative Skills and Natural Science (3 courses)
Quantitative Skills
Partially met in major with MATH 201
Natural Science
Partially met in major with BIOL 203/204
Subtotal
Requirements in Major (A minimum of 42 hours of BIOL is required.)
BIOL 202, 203, 204, 205, 206, 300, 480, 491, 492
BIOL 315
Cell Biology
BIOL 450 or 471
Selected Topics or Research
BIOL 310, 317 or 322
Microbiology, Genetics, Developmental Biology
BIOL 519, 522, 555, 557, 560 or CHEM 523/525
Select two courses from the following area (must include one laboratory course)
Area A. Ecology, Evolution and Field Biology
BIOL 303, 304, 309, 323, 403, 404, 505, 508, 510, 511, 513, 515, 518, 524, 525, 551, 552A or B, and 560
Area B. Cells, Genes and Developmental Biology (satisfied by the required program)
Area C. Other
Student must complete two semesters of undergraduate research. A paid summer research position may count as one
semester if approved by the Department Chair. A maximum of three hours of credit for research may be used toward
the total 42 hours of BIOL courses required for the BS degree.
Required Math and Science Courses
CHEM 105, 106, and 108
General Chemistry I & II
CHEM 301, 302, 304
Organic Chemistry I & II
MATH (except 291 or 292 and any course used to satisfy the Quantitative Skills Area)
MATH 201
Calculus I
Area D. Mathematics and Science Electives
At least 3 additional hours mathematics and science electives must be chosen from:
MATH (except 291 & 292, and any course used to satisfy the Quantitative Skills
Area); CHEM (except, 101, 104, 461, 462 or 463); PHYS (except 101/102); GEOL; and
QMTH 205, 206 (if MATH 141 not selected)
Required Ethics Course
PHIL 230
Introduction to Ethics
Foreign Language Requirement
Electives
Total
9
0
0
0
0-3
1
3
3
6
6
3-4
32-36
71-72
19
4
3
4
6-8
6-8
0
8
8
3-4
4
3
3
3-8†
4-14
120
†This requirement may be met by a satisfactory score on a recognized examination or by passing any foreign language course
numbered 102 or any course with 102 as a prerequisite.
No more than 3 semester hours of credit may be awarded toward a degree in Biology for a student completing any
combination of BIOL 461 and 463. The student must complete a minimum of 12 semester hours of BIOL courses in residence at Winthrop University.
See pages 16-18 for additional degree requirements.
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CHEMISTRY, PHYSICS, AND GEOLOGY
COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCES--CHEMISTRY
Faculty
Professors
Irene Boland
Clifton P. Calloway
Maria C. Gelabert
Aaron M. Hartel
Robin K. Lammi
Ponn Maheswaranathan
Patrick M. Owens, Chair
Takita F. Sumter
Associate Professors
Gwen M. Daley
T. Christian Grattan
Nicholas Grossoehme
James Hanna, Jr.
Jason C. Hurlbert
Scott Werts
Assistant Professors
Fatima Amir
Cliff Harris
Kathie Snyder
Adjuncts
Kristin Kull
Tom Lipinski
William McGuinness
Gregg McIntosh
William A. Quarles
Chasta L. Parker
Bachelor of Science in Chemistry
Students major in chemistry to pursue industrial or graduate opportunities in medicine, environmental science, computational molecular modeling, forensics, plastics, chemistry, textiles, health sciences, materials science, energy production, biotechnology, chemical engineering, pharmaceutical sciences, ceramics, environmental engineering, or toxicology.
Chemists represent the largest group of industrial scientists in the United States; approximately 50% of all research and
development positions in this country are filled by professionals with chemistry or chemical engineering backgrounds.
Students majoring in chemistry can select one of seven degree tracks to tailor their curricula to meet their long-term
professional objectives. Five degree tracks meet American Chemical Society (ACS) requirements for a professional certification in chemistry upon graduation: chemistry, biochemistry, engineering-physics, forensic chemistry, and chemistry-business. The chemistry degree track is designed for maximum flexibility to meet a broad array of student interests or
needs; the biochemistry degree track is designed to meet the needs of students interested in those health professions that
do not require undergraduate research. The ACS Biochemistry track was the nation’s first American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (ASBMB)-Accredited program.
Premedical Program with a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry
Students who wish to prepare for application to medical school should acquire a broad foundation in the natural sciences, mathematics, humanities, and the social sciences. Chemistry is a popular major for such students since it allows them
to complete the premed requirements without taking a large number of courses outside the major. In addition, the percentage of chemistry majors applying and being accepted to medical school is higher than observed for most other majors.
Medical schools generally require two semesters of each of the following courses: inorganic chemistry, organic chemistry,
general biology, physics, mathematics, and English composition and literature. (Biochemistry, anatomy and physiology,
genetics, and microbiology are strongly recommended.) All of the courses listed above can be used to fulfill requirements
necessary for a major in chemistry.
Bachelor of Science in Chemistry
General Education Courses
ACAD 101
Shared Skills and Proficiencies
Writing and Critical Thinking
WRIT 101, HMXP 102, CRTW 201
Principles of the Learning Academy
Composition; The Human Experience: Who Am I?
Crit Reading, Thinking, & Writing
See approved list, p. 16
See approved list, p. 16; may be met in major
See approved list, p. 16
See approved list, p. 16; may be met by other req
See approved list, p. 16
Oral Communication
Technology
Intensive Writing
Constitution Requirement
Physical Activity
Thinking CriticallyAcross Disciplines
Global Perspectives
See approved list, p. 16
Historical Perspectives
See approved list, p. 16
Introducing Students to Broad Disciplinary Perspectives
Social Science
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
Humanities and Arts
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
Quantitative Skills and Natural Science (3 courses)
Quantitative Skills
Met in major with MATH 201 and 202*
Natural Science
Met in major with PHYS 211
Subtotal
Semester Hours
1
9
3
0-3
3
0-3
1
3
3
6
6
0
35-41
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COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCES--CHEMISTRY
Requirements in Major: Complete Core and one of five Degree Tracks (ACS-Chemistry,
ACS-Approved Biochemistry, ACS Engineering-Physics, ACS Forensic Chemistry, or ACS Chemistry-Business) OR
Multidisciplinary Chemistry or Biochemistry.)
Required Core Program for ACS Programs
BIOL 203-204
MATH 201-202*
PHYS 211-212
CHEM 105, 106/108
CHEM 301, 302/304
CHEM 305
CHEM 312
CHEM 313, 314
CHEM 407/409, 408/410
CHEM 491, 492, 493, 494
CHEM 495
CHEM 523, 525
CHEM 530, 531
CSCI 151
Principles of Biology
Calculus I & II
Physics with Calculus I & II
General Chemistry I & II/Lab
Organic Chemistry I & II/Lab
Chemical Hygiene and Safety
Introductory Chemometrics
Quantitative Analysis
Physical Chemistry I/Lab & II/Lab
Department Seminars
Senior Seminar in Chemistry
Biochemistry I
Inorganic Chemistry and Lab
Overview of Computer Science
ACS Chemistry Degree Track
(Students completing this degree track will be ACS-certified chemistry graduates.)
CHEM 551-552
Research
OR CHEM 500-level courses (not in core) with a total of 3 lab (not lecture) hours
63
4
8
8
8
8
1
1
4
8
0
1
5
4
3
6
6
ACS Biochemistry Degree Track
20-21
(Students completing this degree track will be ASBMB Accredited biochemistry graduates and ACS-certified chemistry graduates.)
Three BIOL courses from
BIOL 310, 315, 317, or 555
Microbiology, Cell Biology, Genetics, Molecular Biol
11-12
CHEM 524
Biochemistry II
3
CHEM 551, 552
Research I & II
6
ACS Engineering-Physics Degree Track
16
(Students completing this degree track will be ACS-certified chemistry graduates.)
MATH 301, 305
Calculus III, Differential Equations
PHYS 321
Materials Science
CHEM 551-552
Individual Research
OR CHEM 500-level courses (not in core) with a total of 3 lab (not lecture) hours
ACS Forensic Chemistry Degree Track
(Students completing this degree track will be ACS-certified chemistry graduates.)
CHEM 502-503
Instrumental Analysis
CHEM 505-506
Forensic Analytical Chemistry
CHEM 551-552
Research I & II
ACS Chemistry-Business Degree Track
(Students completing this degree track will be ACS-certified chemistry graduates.)
CHEM 551, 552
Research I & II
OR CHEM 500-level courses (not in core) with a total of 3 lab (not lecture) hours
ACCT 280-281
Intro to Financial Accounting, Intro to Managerial Acct
ECON 215-216
Microeconomics and Macroeconomics
Complete two of the following courses:
FINC 311
Principles of Finance
MGMT 321
Management and Leadership
MKTG 380
Principles of Marketing
Biochemistry Program of Study
MATH 201-202
BIOL 203-204
BIOL 310 or 315
CHEM 105, 106/108
CHEM 301, 302, 304
CHEM 305
CHEM 312
Calculus I & II
Principles of Biology
Microbiology, Cell Biology
General Chemistry I & II/Lab
Organic Chemistry I & II
Chemical Hygiene and Safety
Introductory Chemometrics
7
3
6
14
4
4
6
6
6
6
6
66
8
4
4
8
8
1
1
27
CHEM 313, 314
CHEM 407, 409, 408, 410
CHEM 491, 492, 493, 494
CHEM 495
CHEM 523, 525
CHEM 524 or 528
PHYS 211-212
Approved math or science electives
COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCES--ENGLISH
Quantitative Analysis
4
Physical Chemistry I & II
8
Department Seminars
0
Senior Seminar in Chemistry
1
Biochemistry I, Lab techniques
5
Biochemistry II, Advanced Topics in Biochemistry
3
Physics with Calculus I & II
8
>299 chosen from BIOL, CHEM, CSCI, GEOL, MATH,
QMTH, PHYS
3
Chemistry Program of Study
MATH 201-202*
Calculus I & II
BIOL 203, 204
Principles of Biology
CHEM 105, 106/108
General Chemistry I & II/Lab
CHEM 301, 302/304
Organic Chemistry I & II/Lab
CHEM 305
Chemical Hygiene and Safety
CHEM 312
Introductory Chemometrics
CHEM 313, 314
Quantitative Analysis
CHEM 407, 409, 408, 410
Physical Chemistry I & II
CHEM 491, 492, 493, 494
Department Seminars
CHEM 495
Senior Seminar in Chemistry
CHEM (>299)
Chemistry electives
PHYS 211-212
Physics with Calculus I & II
or PHYS 201-202
General Physics I & II
Math or science electives (BIOL, CHEM, CSCI, GEOL, QMTH, PHYS, MATH >299)
63
8
4
8
8
1
1
4
8
0
1
3
8
Foreign Language Requirement
General Electives
Total
3-8†
0-20
120-132
9
†This requirement may be met by a satisfactory score on a recognized examination or by passing any foreign language course
numbered 102 or any course with 102 as a prerequisite.
*MAED 200 is a co-requisite for MATH 202.
See pages 16-18 for additional degree requirements.
ENGLISH
Faculty
Professors
John Bird
Jack DeRochi
Matthew A. Fike
Gregg A. Hecimovich, Chair
Josephine A. Koster
William F. Naufftus
Jane B. Smith
Assistant Professors
Leslie W. Bickford
Casey Cothran
Amanda Hiner
Dustin Hoffman
Associate Professors
Debra C. Boyd
Siobhan Brownson
Instructors
Bryan Ghent
Ann Jordan
Cynthia Macri
Mary Martin
Norma McDuffie
Marilyn Montgomery
Evelyne Weeks
Amy Gerald
Gloria G. Jones
Robert G. Prickett, Acting Chair
Kelly Richardson
Adjuncts
Clint Alexander
Kara Beasley
Steven Case
Colena Corbett
Niche Faulkner
Shannon Goodwin
Sara Miller-Newman
Robert Poliquin, Jr.
Amanda Stewart
Cathleen Stewart
Richard Turner
MacKenzie Vattimo
John Paul Walter
Amanda Winar
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COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCES--ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE
Bachelor of Arts in English - Language and Literature
The Bachelor of Arts in English with a literature and language concentration is designed for those students who want
to focus on world, British, and American literature in preparation for advanced study of literature as well as other
professional careers.
General Education Courses
ACAD 101
Shared Skills and Proficiencies
Writing and Critical Thinking
WRIT 101, HMXP 102, CRTW 201
Oral Communication
Technology
Intensive Writing
Constitution Requirement
Physical Activity
Thinking Critically Across Disciplines
Global Perspectives
Principles of the Learning Academy
Composition; The Human Experience: Who Am I?
Crit Reading, Thinking, & Writing
May be met in major or another Gen Ed req
May be met in major or another Gen Ed req
Met in major with ENGL 300
See approved list, p. 16; may be met by other req
See approved list, p. 16
Semester Hours
1
9
0-3
0-3
0
0-3
1
Could be met in major by required courses*
0-3
See approved list, p. 16
Historical Perspectives
Could be met in major by required courses*
See approved list, p. 16
0-3
Introducing Students to Broad Disciplinary Perspectives
Social Science
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
6
Humanities and Arts
Could be partially met in major by required courses*
3-6
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
Quantitative Skills and Natural Science (3 courses)
9-12
Quantitative Skills
See approved list, p. 16
(3-8)
Natural Science
See approved list, p. 16; must include a lab science.
(3-8)
If 2 courses taken, must be in 2 different groups: Life,
Physical, Earth.
*No more than two courses in the major may count toward requirements in these areas
Subtotal
32-44
Requirements in Major (Two ENGL courses at the 500 level are required.)
42
ENGL 203
Major British Authors
3
ENGL 208
Foundations of World Literature
3
ENGL 211
Survey of American Literature
3
ENGL 291
Introduction to the English Major
3
ENGL 300
Approaches to Literature
3
ENGL 305
Shakespeare
3
ENGL 491
Departmental Seminar
0
ENGL 530 or 507
Grammar in Theory & Practice; Hist & Dev of Mod Engl
3
ENGL 312, 323, 324, 504, 515, or 529
3
ENGL 307, 319, 501, 503, 511, 512, 513, 514, 520, 521, 525, or 527
3
WRIT 300, 350, 351, 366, 367, 465, 500, 501, 502, or 510
6
Electives from ENGL (6 hours of which must be above 299) and ENGE 519**
9
Foreign Language Requirement
3-8†
Minor
15-24
General Electives
2-28
Total
120
†This requirement may be met by a satisfactory score on a recognized examination or by passing any foreign language course
numbered 102 or any course with 102 as a prerequisite.
**Cannot be used to meet the 500-level ENGL requirement.
Not more than 36 semester hours in any one subject designator may be applied toward the major for a Bachelor of Arts degree. See
page 14 for more information.
The student must complete a minimum of 12 semester hours of ENGL courses in residence at Winthrop University.
See pages 16-18 for additional degree requirements.
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COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCES--ENGLISH CERTIFICATION
Bachelor of Arts in English Certification as Secondary School Teacher
Students desiring Certification as teachers of English should consult with the department’s teacher certification advisor
and the College of Education section of the catalog for specific requirements for admission to the Teacher Education
Program.
General Education Courses
Semester Hours
ACAD 101
Principles of the Learning Academy
1
Shared Skills and Proficiencies
Writing and Critical Thinking
WRIT 101, HMXP 102, CRTW 201
Composition; The Human Experience: Who Am I?
Crit Reading, Thinking, & Writing
9
Oral Communication
See approved list, p. 16; may be met by other req
0-3
Technology
See approved list, p. 16; may be met by other req
0-3
Intensive Writing
Met in major with ENGL 300
0
Constitution Requirement
See approved list, p. 16; may be met by other req
0-3
Physical Activity
See approved list, p. 16
1
Thinking CriticallyAcross Disciplines
Global Perspectives
See approved list, p. 16; could be met in major*
0-3
Historical Perspectives
See approved list, p. 16; could be met in major*
0-3
Introducing Students to Broad Disciplinary Perspectives
Social Science
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators*;
3
3 hours met in Education Sequence with EDUC 200
Humanities and Arts
Could be partially met in major by required courses*
3-6
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
Quantitative Skills and Natural Science (3 courses)
9-12
Quantitative Skills
See approved list, p. 16
(3-8)
Natural Science
See approved list, p. 16; [Must include a lab science.
(3-8)
If 2 courses taken, must be in 2 different groups:
Life, Physical, Earth].
*No more than two courses in the major may count toward requirements in these areas
Subtotal
29-41
Requirements in Major
36
ENGL 203, 208, 211, 305
British Lit, World Lit, American Lit, Shakespeare
12
ENGL 291
Introduction to the English Major
3
ENGL 300**, 507**, 530**
Approaches to Lit; Hist of Modern Engl; Grammar
9
ENGL 491
Departmental Seminar
0
ENGE 519**
Adolescent Literature
3
WRIT 350**
Intro to Comp Theory & Pedagogy
3
Electives from ENGL (3 hours of which must be above 299), WRIT 300, 307, 316, or 500
(only 3 hours may be from WRIT 307 or 316)
6
Professional Education Sequence
36
EDUC 101**, 200**, 220**, 400**, 403, 410**; EDCO 201**, 202**, 203**, 305**, 306**, 350**, 351**
30
ENGE 390
Junior Field Experience
1
ENGE 391**
Princ of Teaching Engl
3
READ 345**
Content Area Literacy
2
Foreign Language requirement
3-8†
General Electives
0-16
Total
120
**A grade of C or better must be earned and may not be taken on the S/U basis.
†This requirement may be met by a satisfactory score on a recognized proficiency examination or by passing any foreign language
course numbered 102 or any course with 102 as a prerequisite.
Field hours will be required for WRIT 350, EDUC 200 , 400, 403, and 410, and EDCO 201, 202, 203, 305, 306, and 351.
All English Education majors must have a cumulative 2.75 GPA in ENGL 203, 208, 211, 291, 300, 305, 507, 530; ENGE
391, 519; and WRIT 350 prior to the internship. In addition to the requirements for their major, students must meet
requirements for the Teacher Education Program, which include the requirements for Admission to Teacher Education,
Entry to the Professional Stage, and Program Completion. For information on these requirements, consult the Office of
Student Academic Services in the Richard W. Riley College of Education. Passage of the PRAXIS II Series content area
examinations is required prior to entry into the professional stage for all candidates in the teacher education program.
For the most current PRAXIS information required for test(s) in your content area, visit the South Carolina Department of
Education website: http://ed.sc.gov/agency/se/Educator-Services/Licensure/Required-Examinations.cfm.
The student must attain a cumulative grade-point average of 2.75 or better in courses taken at Winthrop and a GPA of
2.0 or better in the 36 hours of the required program. The student must complete a minimum of 12 semester hours in the
major in residence at Winthrop University. Not more than 36 semester hours in any one subject designator may be applied toward
the major for a Bachelor of Arts degree. See page 14 for more information.
See pages 16-18 for additional degree requirements.
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COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCES--ENGLISH/ WRITING
Bachelor of Arts in English - Writing
The Bachelor of Arts in English with a writing concentration is designed for those students who wish to combine their
love of reading with a close study of the elements of writing in preparation for a future in which writing will play a
central role.
General Education Courses
ACAD 101
Shared Skills and Proficiencies
Writing and Critical Thinking
WRIT 101, HMXP 102, CRTW 201
Principles of the Learning Academy
Composition; The Human Experience: Who Am I?
Crit Reading, Thinking, & Writing
See approved list, p. 16; may be met by other req
See approved list, p. 16; may be met by other req
Met in major with ENGL 300
See approved list, p. 16; may be met by other req
See approved list, p. 16
Semester Hours
1
9
Oral Communication
0-3
Technology
0-3
Intensive Writing
0
Constitution Requirement
0-3
Physical Activity
1
Thinking CriticallyAcross Disciplines
Global Perspectives
See approved list, p. 16; could be met in major*
0-3
Historical Perspectives
See approved list, p. 16; could be met in major*
0-3
Introducing Students to Broad Disciplinary Perspectives
Social Science
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
6
Humanities and Arts
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
3-6
could be met in major*
Quantitative Skills and Natural Science (3 courses)
9-12
Quantitative Skills
See approved list, p. 16
(3-8)
Natural Science
See approved list, p. 16; [Must include a lab science.
(3-8)
If 2 courses taken, must be in 2 different groups:
Life, Physical, Earth].
*No more than two courses in the major may count toward requirements in these areas
Subtotal
32-44
Requirements in Major
The English Core:
18
ENGL 203
Major British Authors
3
ENGL 208
Survey of World Literature
3
ENGL 211
Survey of American Literature
3
ENGL 291
Introduction to the English major
3
ENGL 300
Approaches to Literature
3
ENGL 305
Shakespeare
3
ENGL 491
Departmental Seminar
0
The Elements of Writing: Rhetoric, Language, and Audience
9
Select from WRIT 300, 350, 351, 465, 500, 501, 502, 510; ENGL 507, 530; IMCO 105; MCOM 302
Select one of the following options:
12
Creative Writing
9-12
Select at least two from WRIT 307, 316, 351, 367, 507, 510 on an appropriate topic, 516, 530; and no more
than two from ENGE 519, ENGL 317, 325, 328, 501, 504, CSCI 101 and 3 of CSCI 101 labs; or if focused on an
appropriate topic, ENGL 310, 311, 320, or 321. The same course may not be used both in the Elements
area and in this area.
ENGL/WRIT 431, 432, or 433
Internship
0-3
Writing for Business and Technology
9-12
Select from WRIT 300, 366, 367, 465, 501, 502, 510 on an appropriate topic, 566; and no more than 6 hours from
VCOM 261, 354, ARTS 305, 311, BADM 180, 411, CSCI 101 and 3 of CSCI 101 labs, MCOM 226, 241, 260, 302,
340, 370, MGMT 355, or MKTG 380. The same course may not be used both in the Elements
area and in this area.
ENGL/WRIT 431, 432, or 433
Internship
0-3
Foreign Language Requirement
3-8†
Minor (Students majoring in English with a writing concentration may not minor in Writing.)
15-24
General Electives
5-31
Total
120
†This requirement may be met by a satisfactory score on a recognized examination or by passing any foreign language course
numbered 102 or any course with 102 as a prerequisite.
The student must complete a minimum of 12 semester hours of ENGL courses in residence at Winthrop University. No
more than three hours of Academic Internship can count toward the major in English.
Not more than 36 semester hours in any one subject designator may be applied toward the major for a Bachelor of Arts degree. See
page 14 for more information.
See pages 16-18 for additional degree requirements.
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COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCES--HISTORY
HISTORY
Faculty
Professors
Gregory S. Crider, Chair
Jason H. Silverman
Associate Professors
L. Andrew Doyle
J. Edward Lee
Dave Pretty
Virginia S. Williams
Assistant Professor
Gregory Bell
Catherine Chang
Adjunct
David Mitchell
Bachelor of Arts in History
The history major is frequently chosen by students who wish to pursue careers in such fields as teaching, law, library
and archival work, and journalism, as well as in areas less directly related to the study of history, including fields in business and industry.
General Education Courses
ACAD 101
Shared Skills and Proficiencies
Writing and Critical Thinking
WRIT 101, HMXP 102, CRTW 201
Oral Communication
Technology
Intensive Writing
Constitution Requirement
Physical Activity
Thinking CriticallyAcross Disciplines
Global Perspectives
Principles of the Learning Academy
Composition; The Human Experience: Who Am I?
Crit Reading, Thinking, & Writing
See approved list, p. 16; may be met by other req
See approved list, p. 16; may be met by other req
Met in major with HIST 300
Met in major with HIST 211 or 212
See approved list, p. 16
Semester Hours
1
9
0-3
0-3
0
0
1
See approved list, p. 16
0-3
Could be met in major by required courses*
Historical Perspectives
See approved list, p. 16
0-3
Could be met in major by required courses*
Introducing Students to Broad Disciplinary Perspectives
Social Science
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
6
Humanities and Arts
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
3-6
Could be partially met in major by required courses*
Quantitative Skills and Natural Science (3 courses)
9-12
Quantitative Skills
See approved list, p. 16;
(3-8)
Natural Science
See approved list, p. 16; [Must include a lab science.
(3-8)
If 2 courses taken, must be in 2 different groups:
Life, Physical, Earth].
*No more than two courses in the major may count toward requirements in these areas
Subtotal
32-41
Requirements in the Major
33
2 of HIST 111, 112, 113
World Civ to 950, Wld Civ 950-1750, Wld Civ Since 1750
6
HIST 211
US History to 1877
3
HIST 212
US History since 1877
3
HIST 300
Historiography and Methodology
3
HIST 590
Senior Capstone Seminar
3
HIST electives above 299
15
6 hours must be at the 500 level and at least 3 semester hours from each of the following groupings:
United States:
HIST 302, 308, 310, 312, 313, 314, 315, 325, 501, 502, 505, 509, 515, 518, 521, 522, 525, 527;
Europe:
HIST 344, 345, 346, 347, 540, 542, 547, 548, 549
Asia, Africa and Latin America:
HIST 333, 334, 335, 337, 338, 351, 352, 554, 555, 560, 561.
HIST 350, 355A, B, C, 450, 463, 471/472, and 550 may also be taken as electives and would be applied
to groupings as above in which the particular subject matter applies.
Foreign Language Requirement
3-8†
Minor
15-24
General Electives
14-37
Total
120
†This requirement may be met by a satisfactory score on a recognized examination or by passing any foreign language course
numbered 102 or any course with 102 as a prerequisite.
Not more than 36 semester hours in any one subject designator may be applied toward the major for a Bachelor of Arts degree. See
32
page 14 for more information.
Must complete a minimum of 12 semester hours of HIST courses in residence at Winthrop University.
See pages 16-18 for additional degree requirements.
HUMAN NUTRITION
COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCES--HUMAN NUTRITION
Faculty
Professsors
R. Carlton Bessinger
Associate Professors
Wanda Koszewski, Chair
E. Jean Silagyi Rebovich
Assistant Professor
Simone Camel
Instructors
Christine H. Goodner
Stephanie Nielsen
Judy Harper Thomas
Adjuncts
Lauren Henderson
Mary Etta Moorachian
Mildred Strother-Davis
Elizabeth Weikle
Bachelor of Science in Human Nutrition
(Didactic Program in Dietetics Option)
ACEND Accredited Didactic Program in Dietetics
Students completing Winthrop University’s Didactic Program in Dietetics meet or exceed the minimum academic
requirements of the Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. ACEND
is a specialized accrediting body recognized by the United States Department of Education. The address and phone
number of ACEND are: 120 South Riverside Plaza, Suite 2000, Chicago, IL 60606-6995, (312) 899-4876. ACEND Didactic
Program in Dietetics verification from Winthrop University requires completion of the B.S. degree in Human Nutrition
with a minimum grade point average of 3.0 in major courses and an overall minimum grade point average of 2.8. While
students may graduate with a B.S. degree in Human Nutrition, only students meeting the above criteria will receive an
ACEND Verification Statement, which allows graduates to apply to ACEND accredited dietetic internship programs.
At least 32 semester hours of NUTR courses above the 299 level must be completed at Winthrop University. A
maximum of 12 hours of NUTR-equivalent courses above the 199 level may be transferred into the major from another
accredited institution with approval from the Director of The Didactic Program in Dietetics. No credit will be accepted
for NUTR courses greater than ten years old.
General Education Courses
Semester Hours
ACAD 101
Principles of the Learning Academy
1
Shared Skills and Proficiencies
Writing and Critical Thinking
WRIT 101, HMXP 102, CRTW 201
Composition; The Human Experience: Who Am I?
Crit Reading, Thinking, & Writing
9
Oral Communication
See approved list, p. 16; may be met by other req
0-3
Technology
See approved list, p. 16
3
Intensive Writing
Met in the major with NUTR 494
0
Constitution Requirement
See approved list, p. 16; may be met by other req
0-3
Physical Activity
See approved list, p. 16
1
Thinking CriticallyAcross Disciplines
Global Perspectives
See approved list, p. 16
3
Historical Perspectives
See approved list, p. 16
3
Introducing Students to Broad Disciplinary Perspectives
Social Science
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
6
Humanities and Arts
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
6
Quantitative Skills and Natural Science (3 courses)
3-4
Quantitative Skills
See approved list, p. 16
(3-4)
Natural Science
Met in major with CHEM 106/108 and NUTR 221
0
Subtotal
35-42
Requirements in Major
70
NUTR 221, 226, 227, 231/232, 370, 371, 421, 427, 428, 471, 480, 490A, 494, 518, 521, 523/524, 527
42
BIOL 308, 310
8
CHEM 105, 106/108 and 310
Gen Chem I & II, Essentials of Organic Chem
11
Select 6 hours from: ATRN 510, GRNT/SCWK 300, HCMT 200, NUTR 520, PSYC 206, and 213
6
MATH 141
Finite, Probability, Statistics
3
Foreign Language Requirement
3-8†
General Electives
0-12
Total
120
†This requirement may be met by a satisfactory score on a recognized examination or by passing any foreign language course
numbered 102 or any course with 102 as a prerequisite.
See pages 16-18 for additional degree requirements.
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COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCES--ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES
INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES
Faculty
Professor
Associate Professor
Assistant Professor
Instructor
Marsha Bollinger, Chair
M. Clara Paulino
Margaret Gillikin
Bryan McFadden
Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Studies
The Bachelor of Arts degree in Environmental Studies will provide students with a broad introduction to the scientific,
social, political, cultural, economic, and policy aspects of environmental issues. B.A. students will minor in a discipline
linked to their major and will be prepared to pursue careers with environmental groups, policy groups, and consulting
firms and to continue studies in graduate programs in environmental studies and law.
General Education Courses
ACAD 101
Shared Skills and Proficiencies
Writing and Critical Thinking
WRIT 101, HMXP 102, CRTW 201
Principles of the Learning Academy
Semester Hours
1
Composition; The Human Experience: Who Am I?
Crit Reading, Thinking, & Writing
See approved list, p. 16; may be met by other req
Met in major with GEOG/GEOL 305 or GEOG 308
Met in major with ENVS 490
May be met in major with ECON 103
See approved list, p. 16
9
Oral Communication
0-3
Technology
0
Intensive Writing
0
Constitution Requirement
0
Physical Activity
1
Thinking CriticallyAcross Disciplines*
Global Perspectives
Met in major with GEOG 101 or 201
0
Historical Perspectives
See approved list, p. 16; may be met in major
0-3
Introducing Students to Broad Disciplinary Perspectives*
Social Science
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
0-3
May be partially met in the major
Humanities and Arts
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
3-6
May be partially met in the major
Quantitative Skills and Natural Science* (3 courses)
9-12
Quantitative Skills
See approved list, p. 16
(3-8)
Natural Science
See approved list, p. 16; [Must include a lab science.
(3-8)
If 2 courses taken, must be in 2 different groups:
Life, Physical, Earth].
Subtotal
23-38
Requirements in the Major
40-45
ENVS 101
Intro to Environmental Issues
3
ENVS 220
Environmental Career Exploration
1
ENVS 350
Special Topics in the Environment
3
ENVS 490
Senior Seminar in the Environment
3
ECON 103 or 215
Intro to Political Economy, Prin of Microeconomics
3
GEOG 101 or 201
Human Geography, Geog of World Regions
3
GEOG/GEOL 305 or GEOG 308
Intro to Geographic Info Systems, Intro to Geospatial Tech
3
One course in statistics: MATH 141, QMTH 205, PLSC 350 or PSYC 301
3-4
Environmental experiential learning: ENVS 461, 462, 463, 470 or 495
0-3
Environmental Electives--Select five courses from the following:
15
ANTH 326, 350 (when titled “Food & Culture”), 540, BIOL 309, ECON 343, ENVS 350 (when different titles),
GEOG 302, 320, 500, HIST/PEAC 502, PHIL 565, PLSC 321, 325, PSYC 311, SOCL 310, SUST 102, 300,
SUBU 330
Science and Math Electives:
3-4
In addition to courses that fulfill Quantitative Skills and Natural Sciences General Education requirements,
select one course in BIOL, CHEM, GEOL, MATH, NUTR, PHYS, or SCIE
Foreign Language
3-8†
Minor
15-24
General Electives
5-39
Total
120
†This requirement may be met by a satisfactory score or a recognized examination or by passing any foreign language course
numbered 102 or any course with 102 as a prerequisite.
*Note: Because this is an interdisciplinary major, the two course rule is not in effect for these areas.
See pages 16-18 for additional degree requirements.
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Bachelor of Science in Environmental Sciences
The Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental Sciences will educate students in the scientific, social, political, ethical,
and policy aspects of environmental issues in preparation for scientific careers in industry, government, and consulting,
and for graduate programs in environmental sciences.
General Education Courses
ACAD 101
Shared Skills and Proficiencies
Writing and Critical Thinking
WRIT 101, HMXP 102, CRTW 201
Principles of the Learning Academy
Semester Hours
1
Composition; The Human Experience: Who Am I?
Crit Reading, Thinking, & Writing
See approved list, p. 16; may be met in major
Met in major with GEOG/GEOL 305 or GEOG 308
Met in major with ENVS 490
See approved list, p. 16; may be met in major with ECON 103
See approved list, p. 16
9
Oral Communication
0-3
Technology
0
Intensive Writing
0
Constitution Requirement
0-3
Physical Activity
1
Thinking CriticallyAcross Disciplines*
Global Perspectives
See approved list, p. 16; may be met in major
0-3
Historical Perspectives
See approved list, p. 16; may be met in major
0-3
Introducing Students to Broad Disciplinary Perspectives*
Social Science
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators;
0-6
May be met in the major
Humanities and Arts
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
3-6
May be partially met in the major
Quantitative Skills and Natural Science* (3 courses)
Quantitative Skills
Met in major with MATH
0
Natural Science
Met in major
0
Subtotal
14-35
Requirements in the Major
77-87
ENVS 101
Intro to Environ Issues
3
ENVS 220
Environmental Career Exploration
1
ENVS 350
Special Topics in the Environment
3
ENVS 490
Senior Seminar in the Environment
3
BIOL 150/151 or 203/204**
Elements of Living Systems, Principles of Biology/Lab
4
BIOL 205 or 206
General Botany, Zoology
4
BIOL 300
Scientific Process
4
BIOL 403 or 515
Ecology, Environmental Biol
4
CHEM 105, 106/108
General Chem I & II
8
CHEM 301 or 310
Organic Chem I, Essential of Organic Chem
3-4
GEOG/GEOL 305 or GEOG 308
Intro to Geographic Info Systems, Intro to Geospatial Tech
3
GEOL 110/113; 335 or 340**
Physical Geol/Lab, Geochemistry, Hydrogeology
7
MATH 105 or 201
Applied Calculus, Calculus I
3-4
PHYS 201 or 211
General Physics, Physics with Calculus
4
**recommended
One course in statistics: MATH 141, QMTH 205, PLSC 350 or PSYC 301
3-4
Environmental experiential learning: ENVS 461, 462, 463, 470 or 495
0-3
Science/Math Electives
8-13
Select additional courses numbered above 199 from at least 2 designators in BIOL, CHEM, GEOL,
MATH, NUTR, PHYS, or SCIE
Environmental electives
12
Select at least three designators from the following:
ANTH 326, 350, 540
Native Peoples & Environ, Special Topics (when titled Food and
Culture), Human Ecology
BIOL 309
Economic Botony
ECON 103 or 215, 343
Polit Econ, Prin of Microecon, Envir Econ
ENVS 350 (when different titles)
Special Topics in the Environment
GEOG 101 or 201, 302, 320, 500
Human Geog, World Geog, Geog Info Systems, Remote Sensing,
Global Environ
HIST/PEAC 502
Social Movements in US Since 1960
PHIL 565
Environmental Ethics
PLSC 321, 325
Public Policy & Policy Analysis, Environmental Politics
PSYC 311
Ecological Psychology
SOCL 310
Sociology of Environment
SUST 102, 300
Intro to Sustainability, Topics in Applied Sustainability
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SUBU 330
Sustainable Business Practices
Foreign Language Requirement
3-8
General Electives
0-26
Total
120
†This requirement may be met by a satisfactory score on a recognized examination or by passing any foreign language course
numbered 102 or any course with 102 as a prerequisite.
*Note: Because this is an interdisciplinary major, the two course rule is not in affect for these areas.
See pages 16-18 for additional degree requirements.
Bachelor of Arts in Individualized Studies
General Education Courses
ACAD 101
Shared Skills and Proficiencies
Writing and Critical Thinking
WRIT 101, HMXP 102, CRTW 201
Principles of the Learning Academy
Semester Hours
1
Composition; The Human Experience: Who Am I?
Crit Reading, Thinking, & Writing
See approved list, p. 16; may be met in major
See approved list, p. 16; may be met in major
Met in major with IDVS 490
See approved list, p. 16; may be met by other req
See approved list, p. 16
9
Oral Communication
0-3
Technology
0-3
Intensive Writing
0
Constitution Requirement
0-3
Physical Activity
1
Thinking CriticallyAcross Disciplines
Global Perspectives
See approved list, p. 16; may be met in major
0-3
Historical Perspectives
See approved list, p. 16; may be met in major
0-3
Introducing Students to Broad Disciplinary Perspectives
Social Science
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators;
0-6
may be met in major
Humanities and Arts
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators;
0-6
may be met in major
Quantitative Skills and Natural Science (3 courses)
0-12
Quantitative Skills
See approved list, p. 16; may be met in major
(3-8)
Natural Science
See approved list, p. 16; may be met in major
(3-8)
[Must include a lab science. If 2 courses taken, must be in
2 different groups: Life, Physical, Earth].
Subtotal
11-50
Requirements in Major**
36
IDVS 390
Individualized Studies Project: Research and Design
3
IDVS 490
Individualized Studies Project: Capstone
3
Individualized plan of study approved by a review committee
30 **
Must include:
A research methods course (3 credit hours),
An international content course (3 credit hours),
And at least 18 credit hours above 299.
Requirements in Minor
15-24
Foreign Language Requirement
3-8†
Electives
2-55
Total
120
*Note: Because this is an interdisciplinary major, the two course rule is not in affect for these areas.
†This requirement may be met by a satisfactory score on a recognized examination or by passing any foreign language course
numbered 102 or any course with 102 as a prerequisite.
The student must attain a cumulative grade-point average of 2.00 or better in courses taken at Winthrop and included
in the 36 semester hours of the required program. In addition to the 36 semester hours of the required program, the
student must select and complete a minor, attaining no less than a 2.0 GPA in the minor. Within the 120 semester hours
required for this degree, the student must also include a minimum of 40 semester hours in courses numbered above 299.
**To be admitted into the program as a major, the student must submit a program application and plan of study to the
Director of the Individualized Studies Program. Consult the program director and program web site for more details on
admissions requirements. A student must have successfully completed 30 credits hours and have a GPA of 3.0 or better
before formal admission can take place.
Not more than 36 semester hours in any one subject designator may be applied toward the major for a Bachelor of Arts degree. See
page 14 for more information.
See pages 16-18 for additional degree requirements.
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COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCES--SOCIAL STUDIES CERTIFICATION
Bachelor of Arts in Social Studies Education
Certification as Secondary School Teacher
General Education Courses
ACAD 101
Shared Skills and Proficiencies
Writing and Critical Thinking
WRIT 101, HMXP 102, CRTW 201
Principles of the Learning Academy
Composition; The Human Experience: Who Am I?
Crit Reading, Thinking, & Writing
See approved list, p. 16; may be met in the major
Met in Education Sequence with EDCO 305
See approved list, p. 16; may be met in the major
Met in major with PLSC 201
See approved list, p. 16
Semester Hours
1
Oral Communication
Technology
Intensive Writing
Constitution Requirement
Physical Activity
Thinking CriticallyAcross Disciplines
Global Perspectives
Met in major with GEOG 101
Historical Perspectives
Met in major with HIST 211
Introducing Students to Broad Disciplinary Perspectives
Social Science
Met in major with PSYC 101 & ECON 215
Humanities and Arts
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
3 hours met in major with HIST 111, 112 or 113
Quantitative Skills and Natural Science (3 courses)
Quantitative Skills
See approved list, p. 16; if Economics concentration chosen,
must take MATH 105 or 201
Natural Science
See approved list, p. 16; [Must include a lab science.
If 2 courses taken, must be in 2 different groups:
Life, Physical, Earth].
Subtotal
Core Requirements
PLSC 201; 205 or 207
Am Gov’t, Int’l Politics, Comparative Politics
ECON 215, 216
Microeconomics, Macroeconomics
GEOG 101; GEOG 201 or 303 or 306
Human Geography, World Regions, Africa, Latin Amer
PSYC 101
General Psychology
SOCL 101 or 201
Social Problems, Principles of Sociology
HIST 211, 212
US History to 1877, US History since 1877
2 of HIST 111, 112, 113
World Civ to 950, 950- 1750, Since 1750
HIST 344, 345, 346, or 347
European History
Concentrations (Choose one)
Economics
ECON 315, 316
Microeconomic Analysis, Macroeconomic Analysis
ECON electives
Select from ECON 306*, 331, 332, 335, 343, 345, 346, 415 and 521
(*includes a prerequisite not included in the program)
History
HIST 300 and 590
Historiography and Methodology, Capstone Seminar
HIST electives (Include at least 6 hours at the 500-level and at least 3 hours from each group)
US: HIST 308, 310, 313, 314, 315, 325, 501, 505, 509, 515, 518, 521, 524, 525, 527
Europe: HIST 344, 345, 346, 347, 540, 542, 547, 548
Asia, Africa, & Latin America: HIST 333, 334, 335, 337, 338, 351, 352, 560, 561
HIST 350, 355C, 450H, 463, 471, 472, and 550 may be taken as electives and may be applied to the
appropriate grouping of the assigned subject matter.
Poltical Science (Choose 3 credits from each of the following categories)
American Government: PLSC 202, 305, 306, 307, 310, 311, 312, 313, 314, 371 or 518
Political Theory: PLSC 351, 352, 355, 356, 551 or 553
Public Policy and Administration: PLSC 317, 319, 321, 323, 324, 325, 504, 508, 512, or 515
PLSC electives
Psychology
Select 3 courses from PSYC 206, 213, 305, 335, 409, 508
Select 3 PSYC electives
Sociology and Anthropology
ANTH 201
Introd to Cultural Anthropology
ANTH/SOCL 302
Anthropological/Social Theory
SOCL 316, 516, 598
Social Research I & II, Senior Seminar
9
0-3
0
0-3
0
1
0
0
0
3
9-12
(3-8)
(3-8)
23-32
39
6
6
6
3
3
6
6
3
18
6
12
18
6
12
18
3
3
3
9
18
9
9
18
3
3
9
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ANTH/SOCL electives
3
Professional Education Sequence
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EDUC 101, 200, 220, 400, 403, 410, EDCO 201, 202, 203, 305, 306, 350, 351
30***
SCST 390, 391
6
Foreign Language Requirement
3-8
General Electives
0-1
Total
120
Note: †This requirement may be met by a satisfactory score on a recognized examination or by passing any foreign language course
numbered 102 or any course with 102 as a prerequisite.
***A grade of C or better is required in all EDUC and EDCO core courses. No core course can be taken for S/U credit with the
exception of EDUC 403. Note that field hours will be required for EDUC 200, EDCO 201, 202, 203, 305, 306, 351, EDUC 400,
403, and 410. EDUC 400 and 403 follow the K-12 public school calendar. More information on all these requirements is
included in the course descriptions posted through the Schedule of Courses on the Office of Records and Registration
website. In addition to the requirements for their major, students must meet requirements for the Teacher Education
Program, which include the requirements for Admission to Teacher Education, Entry to the Professional Stage, and
Program Completion. For information on these requirements, consult the Student Academic Services in the Riley College
of Education.
Passage of the PRAXIS II Series content area examinations is required prior to entry into the professional stage for all
candidates in the teacher education program. For the most current PRAXIS information required for test(s) in your content area, visit the South Carolina Department of Education website: http://ed.sc.gov/agency/se/Educator-Services/
Licensure/Required-Examinations.cfm.
The student must attain a cumulative grade-point average of 2.75 or better in courses taken at Winthrop and a minimum of a 2.0 in the 57 semester hours of the required program. The student must complete a minimum of 12 semester
hours of social studies courses in residence at Winthrop University.
See pages 16-18 for additional degree requirements.
MASS COMMUNICATION
Faculty
Professors
Padmini Patwardhan
Marilyn S. Sarow, Acting Chair
Associate Professor
Guy S. Reel
Assistant Professors
Nathaniel Frederick II
Aimee Meader
Instructors
Mark S. Nortz
Bonnye Stuart
Bachelor of Arts in Mass Communication
Students majoring in mass communication are interested in careers in newspaper journalism, broadcast journalism,
broadcast production, media management, magazine journalism, public relations, advertising, business journalism, or
online journalism.
By the time of graduation, mass communication graduates are expected to be able to gather, organize and process
information; conduct interviews; write to a professional level of competence; and edit and produce, in printed, broadcast,
and online form, all while meeting standards of professional ethics.
General Education Courses
ACAD 101
Shared Skills and Proficiencies
Writing and Critical Thinking
WRIT 101, HMXP 102, CRTW 201
Principles of the Learning Academy
Composition; The Human Experience: Who Am I?
Crit Reading, Thinking, & Writing
Met in major with SPCH 201
Met in major with CSCI 101 and labs
Met in major with MCOM 412
See approved list, p. 16; may be met by other req
See approved list, p. 16
Oral Communication
Technology
Intensive Writing
Constitution Requirement
Physical Activity
Thinking CriticallyAcross Disciplines*
Global Perspectives
See approved list, p. 16; may be met in major
Historical Perspectives
See approved list, p. 16
Introducing Students to Broad Disciplinary Perspectives*
Social Science
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
May be partially met in major
Humanities and Arts
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
Semester Hours
1
9
0
0
0
0-3
1
0-3
3
3-6
6
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Quantitative Skills and Natural Science* (3 courses)
6-12
Quantitative Skills
See approved list, p. 16; may be met in major
(0-8)
Natural Science
See approved list, p. 16; [Must include a lab science.
(3-8)
If 2 courses taken, must be in 2 different groups:
Life, Physical, Earth].
*No more than two courses in the major may count toward requirements in these areas
Subtotal
26-44
Requirements in Major (C- or higher required in all MCOM courses)
47-49
SPCH 201
Public Speaking
3
CSCI 101, 101B, 101F, & 101N
Intro to Computing & Info Processing, labs
3
MATH 101, 150 or 151; MATH 141
Alg & Trig for Calculus; Intro Discrete Math, Applied
6
College Alg; Finite Probability & Statistics
MCOM 205
Intro to Mass Communication
3
MCOM 226
Multimedia Storytelling & Production
3
MCOM 241
Media Writing
3
MCOM 301
Mass Comm Theory & Research
3
MCOM 310
Mass Media Law
3
MCOM 325
Broadcast Journalism
3
MCOM 412
Ethics & Issues in Mass Comm
3
MCOM 441
Multimedia Reporting of Public Issues
3
MCOM 461-463 or 464
Mass Comm Internship or Practicum
1-3
MCOM 499
Senior Portfolio
1
Broadcast interest:
MCOM 425
Advanced Broadcast Journalism
3
MCOM 446
Advanced Television Production
3
MCOM elective
3
OR
Journalism Interest:
MCOM 342
Advanced Reporting & Writing
3
MCOM Electives
6
Foreign Language Requirement
3-8†
Minor
15-24
General Electives
0-29
Total
120-125
†This requirement may be met by a satisfactory score on a recognized proficiency examination or by passing any foreign language
course numbered 102 or any course with 102 as a prerequisite.
The mass communication major is limited to 40 hours of MCOM courses. Students who exceed 40 hours in MCOM
will not be allowed to apply those additional hours toward the 120 hours required for the degree program.
At least 21 semester hours of the major must be completed at Winthrop University. A maximum of 12 semester hours
may be transferred into the major from another accredited institution; additional transfer hours in journalism or mass
communication will not apply toward the degree. MCOM 241 must be taken at Winthrop or at an ACEJMC accredited
institution. Students must complete at least 72 credit hours outside of MCOM.
See pages 16-18 for additional degree requirements.
Bachelor of Science in Integrated Marketing Communication
Students majoring in integrated marketing communication are interested in careers in the communication professions that support the strategic promotion of products and services to consumers and business organizations, including
advertising, public relations, integrated marketing communication, and corporate communication.
By the time of graduation, integrated marketing communication graduates are expected to be able to gather, organize
and process information and data; conduct interviews; write in professional style to a professional level of competence;
and produce promotional communication messages and materials in printed, electronic or multimedia form, all while
meeting standards of professional ethics.
General Education Courses
ACAD 101
Shared Skills and Proficiencies
Writing and Critical Thinking
WRIT 101, HMXP 102, CRTW 201
Oral Communication
Technology
Intensive Writing
Constitution Requirement
Principles of the Learning Academy
Composition; The Human Experience: Who Am I?
Crit Reading, Thinking, & Writing
Met in major with SPCH 201
Met in major with CSCI 101 and labs
Met in major with MCOM 471
See approved list, p. 16; may be met by other req
Semester Hours
1
9
0
0
0
0-3
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Physical Activity
See approved list, p. 16
1
Thinking CriticallyAcross Disciplines*
Global Perspectives
See approved list, p. 16; could be met in major
0-3
Historical Perspectives
See approved list, p. 16
3
Introducing Students to Broad Disciplinary Perspectives*
Social Science
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
6
Humanities and Arts
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
3-6
May be partially met in major
Quantitative Skills and Natural Science* (3 courses)
6-8
Quantitative Skills
See approved list, p. 16; May be partially met in major
0-4
Natural Science
See approved list, p. 16; [Must include a lab science. If 2
(3-8)
courses taken, must be in 2 different groups:
Life, Physical, Earth].
*No more than two courses in the major may count toward requirements in these areas
Subtotal
29-40
Requirements in Major (C- or higher required in all IMCO, MCOM, MGMT & MKTG courses)
64-66
SPCH 201
Public Speaking
3
MATH 151
Applied College Algebra
3
IMC & Visual Arts (7)
IMCO 105, 475
Intro to Integ Mktg Comm, Seminar in IMC
4
ARTS 305 or 311 or VCOM 222 or 258 or 259 or 354
3
Business (28)
CSCI 101, 101B, 101F, & 101N
Intro to Computing & Info Processing, labs
3
ACCT 280
Intro to Financial Accounting
3
QMTH 205 and 210
Business Statistics and Business Analytics
6
MGMT 321
Management & Leadership
3
MKTG 380
Principles of Marketing
3
MKTG 381
Consumer Behavior
3
MKTG 482
Marketing Research
3
One from MGMT 341, MKTG 481, 483, 581
3
Mass Comm (23-25)
MCOM 241
Media Writing
3
MCOM 310
Mass Media Law
3
MCOM 341
Advertising Principles
3
MCOM 349
Advertising Copy and Layout
3
MCOM 370
Public Relations Principles
3
MCOM 471
Public Relations Writing and Production
3
One of MCOM 461 or 462 or 463
Mass Comm Internship
1-3
MCOM 499
Senior Portfolio
1
MCOM elective above 299
3
Foreign Language Requirement
3-8†
General Electives
6-24
Total
120
†This requirement may be met by a satisfactory score of a recognized examination or by passing any foreign language course
numbered 102 or any course with 102 as a prerequisite.
The student must attain a cumulative grade-point average of 2.0 or better in courses taken at Winthrop and included
in the required courses in the integrated marketing communication program.
The integrated marketing communication major is limited to 36 hours of MCOM and IMCO courses and 30 hours
of business administration courses (excluding CSCI, ECON, and QMTH as prescribed by major). Students who exceed
these maxima will not be allowed to apply those additional hours toward the required degree program. An IMCO major
cannot minor in business administration.
At least 35 semester hours of the 47 required hours in mass communication and business administration must be
completed at Winthrop University. A maximum of 12 semester hours may be transferred into the major from other accredited institutions; additional transfer hours in journalism, mass communication, marketing and management will not
apply toward the major and will not apply toward the degree if they exceed 36 hours in MCOM and IMCO or 30 hours
in business administration. Students must complete at least 72 hours outside of MCOM.
See pages 16-18 for additional degree requirements.
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COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCES--MATHEMATICS
MATHEMATICS
Faculty
Professors
Thomas W. Polaski, Chair
Assistant Professors
Kristen Abernathy
Zachary Abernathy
Arran Hamm
Jessica Hamm
Associate Professors
Trent Kull
Frank B. Pullano
Mary Pat Sjostrom
Instructor
Iris Coleman
Adjuncts
Betty Cardinale
Kimberley Hope
Christopher Howle
Suzy Tolson
Jane Wilkes
Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics
The Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics program is designed to provide a broad introduction to the study of mathematics
and its sub-fields and to allow students to pursue a minor in a related field of study. This program is the more flexible option for students wishing to complete combined majors. In addition to a core of courses and elective options in
mathematics, this program allows students to pursue internships, individualized independent study, and undergraduate
research with faculty members. This program equips students to follow a variety of post-college paths. Graduates of this
program pursue further education at graduate schools in related disciplines or hold responsible positions in businesses
and governmental agencies.
General Education Courses
ACAD 101
Shared Skills and Proficiencies
Writing and Critical Thinking
WRIT 101, HMXP 102, CRTW 201
Principles of the Learning Academy
Semester Hours
1
Composition; The Human Experience: Who Am I?
Crit Reading, Thinking, & Writing
Met in major with MATH 400
Met in major with CSCI 151
Met in major with MATH 400
See approved list, p. 16; may be met by other req
See approved list, p. 16
9
Oral Communication
0
Technology
0
Intensive Writing
0
Constitution Requirement
0-3
Physical Activity
1
Thinking CriticallyAcross Disciplines
Global Perspectives
See approved list, p. 16
3
Historical Perspectives
See approved list, p. 16
3
Introducing Students to Broad Disciplinary Perspectives
Social Science
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
6
Humanities and Arts
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
6
Quantitative Skills and Natural Science (3 courses)
Quantitative Skills
Met in major with MATH 201 and 202
0
Natural Science
See approved list, p. 16; must include a lab science.
3-4
Subtotal
32-36
Requirements in the Major
44
MATH 201**, 202**, 300, 301, 310, 341, 351, 400, 509, 541
33
MATH 305 or 355
Differential Equations, Combinatoric Methods
3
CSCI 151, 207
Overview of Comp Sci, Intro to Comp Sci I
7
MAED 200, 400
Intro to Mathematica, Assessment Capstone
1
Minor
15-24
Foreign Language Requirement
3-8†
General Electives
8-26
Total
120
†This requirement may be met by a satisfactory score on a recognized examination or by passing any foreign language course
numbered 102 or any course with 102 as a prerequisite.
**A grade of C- or better required
The student must complete a minimum of 12 semester hours of MATH courses in residence at Winthrop University.
No more than three hours of Academic Internship in mathematics (MATH 461 or 463) can count toward the major.
Not more than 36 semester hours in any one subject designator may be applied toward the major for a Bachelor of Arts degree. See
page 14 for more information.
See pages 16-18 for additional degree requirements.
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COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCES--BA MATHEMATICS CERTIFICATION
Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics - Certification as Secondary School Teacher
The Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics with certification program is designed to provide a broad introduction to the
study of mathematics and its sub-fields while providing a path for certification for mathematics teaching in grades 9
through 12. In addition to a core of courses and elective options in mathematics, this program allows students to pursue
individualized independent study and undergraduate research with faculty members. This program equips students to
teach the variety of mathematics courses offered at the high school level and to communicate the connections between
various mathematical ideas in a manner appropriate for high school students. Graduates of this program are sought-after
candidates for teaching positions across South Carolina and beyond.
General Education Courses
ACAD 101
Shared Skills and Proficiencies
Writing and Critical Thinking
WRIT 101, HMXP 102, CRTW 201
Principles of the Learning Academy
Composition; The Human Experience: Who Am I?
Crit Reading, Thinking, & Writing
Met in Education Sequence with MAED 391
Met in major with CSCI 151
Met in Education Sequence with MAED 548
See approved list, p. 16; may be met by other req
See approved list, p. 16
Oral Communication
Technology
Intensive Writing
Constitution Requirement
Physical Activity
Thinking CriticallyAcross Disciplines
Global Perspectives
See approved list, p. 16
Historical Perspectives
See approved list, p. 16
Introducing Students to Broad Disciplinary Perspectives
Social Science
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
3 hours met in Education Sequence with EDUC 200
Humanities and Arts
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
Quantitative Skills and Natural Science (3 courses)
Quantitative Skills
Met in major with MATH 201 & 202
Natural Science
See approved list, p. 16; Must include a lab science.
Subtotal
Requirements in Major
MATH 201%, 202%, 300%, 301, 310, 341, 351, 509, 520%, 541
MATH 305 or 355
Differential Equations, Combinatoric Methods
CSCI 151, 207
Overview of Comp Sci, Intro to Comp Sci I
MAED 200, 400
Intro to Mathematica, Assess Capstone
Professional Education Sequence
EDUC 101, 200, 220, 400, 403, 410
EDCO 201, 202, 203, 305, 306, 350, 351
Education Core
MAED 391%, 548
Prin of Teach Math, Sec Math Curr
Foreign Language Requirement
General Electives
Total
Semester Hours
1
9
0
0
0
0-3
1
3
3
3
6
0
3-4
29-33
44
33
3
7
1
36**
19
11
6
3-8†
0-8
120-121
†This requirement may be met by a satisfactory score on a recognized examination or by passing any foreign language course
numbered 102 or any course with 102 as a prerequisite.
** A grade of C or better is required in all EDUC and EDCO core courses and may not be taken on the S/U basis with the
exception of EDUC 403. Note that field hours will be required for EDUC 200, EDCO 201, 202, 203, 305, 306, 351, EDUC 400,
403, and 410. EDUC 400 and 403 follow the K-12 public school calendar.
%
A grade of C or better is required.
All Mathematics Education majors must have a C or better in MATH 201, 202, 300, and 520 prior to taking EDUC 400.
In addition to the requirements for their major, students must meet requirements for the Teacher Education Program,
which include the requirements for Admission to Teacher Education, Entry to the Professional Stage, and Program
Completion. For information on these requirements, consult the Office of Student Academic Services in the Richard W.
Riley College of Education. Passage of the PRAXIS II Series content area examinations is required prior to entry into the
professional stage for all candidates in the teacher education program. For the most current PRAXIS information required
for test(s) in your content area, visit the South Carolina Department of Education website: http://ed.sc.gov/agency/se/
Educator-Services/Licensure/Required-Examinations.cfm.
The student must attain a cumulative grade-point average of 2.75 or better in courses taken at Winthrop and a GPA of
2.0 or better in the 44 hours of the required program. The student must complete a minimum of 12 semester hours in the
major in residence at Winthrop University. Not more than 36 semester hours in any one subject designator may be applied toward
the major for a Bachelor of Arts degree. See page 14 for more information.
See pages 16-18 for additional degree requirements.
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COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCES--BS MATHEMATICS
Bachelor of Science in Mathematics
The Bachelor of Science in Mathematics program is designed to provide a broad introduction to the study of mathematics and its sub-fields and to give students the opportunity to master advanced material in mathematics and allied
disciplines. This program requires additional mathematics courses beyond those required for the Bachelor of Arts in
Mathematics programs and thus offers students the ability to explore advanced topics in mathematics more extensively.
This program allows students to pursue internships, individualized independent study, and undergraduate research with
faculty members. This program equips students to follow a variety of post-college paths and is specifically designed to
prepare students for graduate work in mathematics. Graduates of this program typically pursue further education at
graduate schools in mathematics and allied disciplines, teach in post-secondary settings, or hold responsible positions in
businesses and governmental agencies.
General Education Courses
ACAD 101
Shared Skills and Proficiencies
Writing and Critical Thinking
WRIT 101, HMXP 102, CRTW 201
Principles of the Learning Academy
Composition; The Human Experience: Who Am I?
Crit Reading, Thinking, & Writing
Met in major with MATH 400
Met in major with CSCI 151
Met in major with MATH 400
See approved list, p. 16; may be met by other req
See approved list, p. 16
Oral Communication
Technology
Intensive Writing
Constitution Requirement
Physical Activity
Thinking CriticallyAcross Disciplines
Global Perspectives
See approved list, p. 16
Historical Perspectives
See approved list, p. 16
Introducing Students to Broad Disciplinary Perspectives
Social Science
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
Humanities and Arts
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
Quantitative Skills and Natural Science (3 courses)
Quantitative Skills
Met in major with MATH 201 and 202
Natural Science
See approved list, p. 16; must include a lab science.
(PHYS 211 recommended)
Subtotal
Required Program
MATH 201**, 202**, 300, 301, 305, 310, 341, 351, 355, 400, 509, 541
MATH electives above 300 (excluding 393 and 546)
MAED 200, 400
Intro to Mathematica, Assessment Capstone
CSCI 151, 207, 208
Overview of Comp Sci, Intro to Comp Sci I& II
Foreign Language Requirement
General Electives
Total
Semester Hours
1
9
0
0
0
0-3
1
3
3
6
6
0
3-4
32-36
63
39
12
1
11
3-8†
13-22
120
†This requirement may be met by a satisfactory score on a recognized examination or by passing any foreign language course
numbered 102 or any course with 102 as a prerequisite.
**A grade of C or better is required.
The student must complete a minimum of 12 semester hours of MATH courses in residence at Winthrop University.
No more than three hours of Academic Internship in Mathematics (MATH 461 or 463) can count toward the major.
See pages 16-18 for additional degree requirements.
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COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCES--BS MATHEMATICS CERTIFICATION
Bachelor of Science in Mathematics - Certification as Secondary School Teacher
The Bachelor of Science in mathematics program with certification is designed to provide a broad introduction to the
study of mathematics and its sub-fields, to give students the opportunity to master advanced material in mathematics and
allied disciplines, and to provide a path for certification for mathematics teaching in grades 9 through 12. This program
requires additional mathematics courses beyond those required for the Bachelor of Arts in mathematics with certifcation
program and thus offers students the ability to explore advanced topics and mathematics more extensively. This program
allows students to pursue individualized independent study and undergraduate research with faculty members. This
program equips students to teach the variety of mathematics courses offered at the high school level and to communicate
the connections between various mathematical ideas in a manner appropriate for high school students. Graduates of this
program are sought-after candidates for teaching positions across South Carolina and beyond, and often pursue further
education at graduate schools in mathematics, education, and allied disciplines.
General Education Courses
ACAD 101
Shared Skills and Proficiencies
Writing and Critical Thinking
WRIT 101, HMXP 102, CRTW 201
Principles of the Learning Academy
Composition; The Human Experience: Who Am I?
Crit Reading, Thinking, & Writing
Met in Education Sequence with MAED 391
Met in major with CSCI 151
Met in Education Sequence with MAED 548
See approved list, p. 16; may be met by other req
See approved list, p. 16
Oral Communication
Technology
Intensive Writing
Constitution Requirement
Physical Activity
Thinking CriticallyAcross Disciplines
Global Perspectives
See approved list, p. 16
Historical Perspectives
See approved list, p. 16
Introducing Students to Broad Disciplinary Perspectives
Social Science
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
3 hours met in Education Sequence with EDUC 200
Humanities and Arts
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
Quantitative Skills and Natural Science (3 courses)
Quantitative Skills
Met in major with MATH 201 & 202
Natural Science
See approved list, p. 16; Must include a lab science.
Subtotal
Requirements in Major
MATH 201% , 202% , 300%, 301, 305, 310, 341, 351, 355, 509, 520%, 541
MATH electives above 300 (excluding 393 and 546)
MAED 200, 400
Intro to Mathematica, Assess Capstone
CSCI 151, 207, 208
Overview of Comp Sci, Intro to Comp Sci I& II
Professional Education Sequence
EDUC 101, 200, 220, 400, 403, 410
EDCO 201, 202, 203, 305, 306, 350, 351
MAED 391%, 548
Prin of Teaching Math, Sec Math Curr
Foreign Language Requirement
Total
Semester Hours
1
9
0
0
0
0-3
1
3
3
3
6
0
3-4
29-33
60
39
9
1
11
36**
19
11
6
3-8†
128-137
†This requirement may be met by a satisfactory score on a recognized examination or by passing any foreign language course
numbered 102 or any course with 102 as a prerequisite.
***A grade of C or better is required in all EDUC and EDCO core courses. No EDUC core course can be taken for S/U credit with
the exception of EDUC 403. Note that field hours will be required for EDUC 200, 400, 403, 410, EDCO 201, 202, 203, 305, 306,
351. EDUC 400 and 403 follow the K-12 public school calendar. More information on all these requirements is included in the course
descriptions posted through the Schedule of Courses on the Office of Records and Registration website.
%
A grade of C or better is required.
All Mathematics Education majors must have a C or better in MATH 201, 202, 300, and 520 prior to taking EDUC 400.
In addition to the requirements for their major, students must meet requirements for the Teacher Education Program,
which include the requirements for Admission to Teacher Education, Entry to the Professional Stage, and Program
Completion. For information on these requirements, consult the Office of Student Academic Services in the Richard W.
Riley College of Education. Passage of the PRAXIS II Series content area examinations is required prior to entry into the
professional stage for all candidates in the teacher education program. For the most current PRAXIS information required
for test(s) in your content area, visit the South Carolina Department of Education website: http://ed.sc.gov/agency/se/
Educator-Services/Licensure/Required-Examinations.cfm.
The student must attain a cumulative grade-point average of 2.75 or better in courses taken at Winthrop and a GPA of
2.0 or better in the 60 hours of the required program. The student must complete a minimum of 12 semester hours in the
major in residence at Winthrop University.
See pages 16-18 for additional degree requirements.
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COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCES--PHILOSOPHY & RELIGIOUS STUDIES
PHILOSOPHY AND RELIGIOUS STUDIES
Faculty
Associate Professors
Peter J. Judge, Chair
Kristin Beise Kiblinger
William P. Kiblinger
David Meeler
M. Gregory Oakes
Professors Emeriti
Houston Craighead
William W. Daniel
Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy and Religion
The study of Philosophy and Religion develops the skills of critical analysis at the most fundamental levels of human
understanding. Students trained in philosophy and religion have pursued careers in teaching, ministry, law, medicine,
management, publishing, sales, criminal justice and other fields. Students may concentrate in either subject depending on
career goals. Those planning graduate study in philosophy or religious studies would select the appropriate concentration.
General Education Courses
ACAD 101
Shared Skills and Proficiencies
Writing and Critical Thinking
WRIT 101, HMXP 102, CRTW 201
Principles of the Learning Academy
Composition; The Human Experience: Who Am I?
Crit Reading, Thinking, & Writing
See approved list, p. 16; may be met by other req
See approved list, p. 16
Met in major with PHIL/RELG 495
See approved list, p. 16; may be met by other req
See approved list, p. 16
Semester Hours
1
Oral Communication
Technology
Intensive Writing
Constitution Requirement
Physical Activity
Thinking CriticallyAcross Disciplines*
Global Perspectives
See approved list, p. 16
Historical Perspectives
See approved list, p. 16
Introducing Students to Broad Disciplinary Perspectives*
Social Science
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
Humanities and Arts
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
Quantitative Skills and Natural Science* (3 courses)
Quantitative Skills
See approved list, p. 16
Natural Science
See approved list, p. 16 [Must include a lab science. If 2
courses taken, must be in 2 different groups:
Life, Physical, Earth].
*No more than two courses in the major may count toward requirements in these areas
Subtotal
Requirements in Major
RELG 101 or PHIL 101
Intro to Religious Studies, Intro to Philosophy
PHIL 220 or 225 or 371
Logic & Language, Symbolic Logic, LSAT Logic
PHIL or RELG 390
Philosophy of Religion
PHIL 495 or RELG 495
Meth & Research in Philosophy/Religion
9
0-3
3
0
0-3
1
0-3
0-3
0-6
0-6
9-12
(3-8)
(3-8)
35-47
12
3
3
3
3
Select from one of three tracks:
A. Philosophy Track
18
PHIL courses above 299
12
PHIL or RELG electives
6
B. Religious Studies Track
18
RELG courses above 299
12
RELG or PHIL electives
6
C. Combined Track
18
PHIL or RELG electives above 299
12
PHIL or RELG electives
6
Foreign Language
3-8†
Minor
15-24
General Electives
14-37
Total
120
†This requirement may be met by a satisfactory score on a recognized examination or by passing any foreign language course
numbered 102 or any course with 102 as a prerequisite.
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COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCES--POLITICAL SCIENCE
The student must complete a minimum of 12 semester hours of PHIL and/or RELG courses in residence at Winthrop
University.
Not more than 36 semester hours in any one subject designator may be applied toward the major for a Bachelor of Arts degree. See
page 14 for more information.
See pages 16-18 for additional degree requirements.
POLITICAL SCIENCE
Faculty
Professors
Adolphus G. Belk, Jr.
Timothy S. Boylan
Jennifer Leigh Disney, Chair
Scott Huffmon
Karen M. Kedrowski
Stephen S. Smith
Christopher Van Aller
Adjuncts
John Holder
Katarina Moyon
Meredith -Joy Petersheim
Professor Emeritus
Melford A. Wilson, Jr.
Associate Professor
Michael Lipscomb
Bachelor of Arts in Political Science
The study of political science provides students with an understanding of politics, law, international relations, government and public administration. Recent graduates have gone to work for local, state, national and international organizations. A large percentage of our graduates go to graduate or law school.
General Education Courses
ACAD 101
Shared Skills and Proficiencies
Writing and Critical Thinking
WRIT 101, HMXP 102, CRTW 201
Principles of the Learning Academy
Composition; The Human Experience: Who Am I?
Crit Reading, Thinking, & Writing
May be met in major with PLSC 260
See approved list, p. 16
Met in major with PLSC 490
Met in major with PLSC 201 or 356
See approved list, p. 16
Oral Communication
Technology
Intensive Writing
Constitution Requirement
Physical Activity
Thinking CriticallyAcross Disciplines*
Global Perspectives
See approved list, p. 16
Historical Perspectives
See approved list, p. 16
Introducing Students to Broad Disciplinary Perspectives*
Social Science
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
Humanities and Arts
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
Quantitative Skills and Natural Science* (3 courses)
Quantitative Skills
See approved list, p. 16
Natural Science
See approved list, p. 16; [Must include a lab science.
If 2 courses taken, must be in 2 different groups:
Life, Physical, Earth].
*No more than two courses in the major may count toward requirements in these areas
Subtotal
Required Program
PLSC 201 (C or better required)
American Government
PLSC 350
Scope and Methods
PLSC 490
Sr Capstone
American Government
Select from PLSC 202, 305, 306, 307, 310, 311, 312, 313, 314, 371, or 518
Comparative Government and International Relations
Select from PLSC 205, 207, 260, 332, 335, 336, 337, 338, 345, 505, or 506
Political Theory
Select from PLSC 351, 352, 355, 356, 551 or 553
Public Administration
Select from PLSC 317, 319, 321, 323, 324, 325, 504, 508, 512, or 515
Semester Hours
1
9
0-3
3
0
0
1
0-3
3
3-6
3-6
9-12
(3-8)
(3-8)
35-44
30
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
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COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCES--PRE-PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMS
Experiential Learning Requirement
0-3
Select from PLSC 260, 307, 337, 470, 471, 472, 473, 501, 502, 503 or 514
(Course may also be used to meet another degree requirement.)
PLSC electives (to total a minimum of 30 hours in PLSC)
6-9
Foreign Language Requirement
3-8†
Minor
15-24
General Electives
14-37
Total
120
Note: Students are limited to a total of nine hours in the major in PLSC 450H, 471, 472, 473, 498, 501, 502, and 503 combined.
Students may earn a total of 3 hours of internship credit (471, 472, 473).
†This requirement may be met by a satisfactory score on a recognized examination or by passing any foreign language course
numbered 102 or any course with 102 as a prerequisite.
Not more than 36 semester hours in any one subject designator may be applied toward the major for a Bachelor of Arts degree. See
page 14 for more information.
The student must complete a minimum of 12 semester hours of PLSC courses in residence at Winthrop University.
See pages 16-18 for additional degree requirements.
PRE-PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMS
Winthrop offers programs which prepare students for professional study in a variety of fields. Some of these are degree
programs preliminary to advanced study in such disciplines as engineering, medicine, nursing, dentistry and law. A Winthrop faculty adviser will help students plan their studies to meet the requirements of several professional schools.
Pre-Dental
Advisers: Dr. Carlton Bessinger, Dr. Aaron Hartel, Dr. Kathryn Kohl, Dr. Julian Smith, and Dr. Takita F. Sumter
A student who wishes to prepare for application to schools of dentistry or veterinary medicine should acquire a broad
foundation in the natural sciences, mathematics, humanities and the social sciences. The specific requirements for admission to the College of Dental Medicine at the Medical University of South Carolina are 8 semester hours of each of the
following: general chemistry, organic chemistry, physics, biology, and science electives. In addition, 6 semester hours of
English composition and mathematics are required. Other dental schools have similar requirements. Students interested
in dental medicine should seek advice about which science electives would be best. The Dental Admission Test (DAT)
must be taken no later than the fall of the senior year. A B+ average in science courses and an acceptable score on the DAT
are essential for dental school admission.
Pre-Engineering Program
Adviser: Dr. Ponn Maheswaranatha
The Pre-Engineering program provides students with the opportunity to complete an engineering degree at another
university in four or five years by transferring from Winthrop after completing the necessary mathematics and science
courses as well as basic courses in English, social sciences and humanities. Engineering programs require students to
complete fundamental courses in calculus, differential equations, chemistry, physics, computer science, and engineering
science during their first several years of college. Students who begin their college career at Winthrop have the advantage of completing these basic courses in smaller classes where they get individual faculty attention and access to modern
instrumentation.
After two or more years of study at Winthrop, Pre-Engineering students have two options available to further their
engineering education:
1. Engineering School option: After two to three years at Winthrop, students selecting this option transfer directly
into a specific program at an engineering school such as Clemson University, the University of South Carolina, Virginia
Tech, Georgia Tech, North Carolina State, or the University of Florida to complete an engineering degree in their field of
interest within another two to three years.
2. Winthrop Science/Mathematics Degree option: After two years at Winthrop, Pre-Engineering students selecting
this option decide to complete a Bachelor of Science (e.g. mathematics, chemistry, computer science, environmental
science) at Winthrop within another two years and then to matriculate directly into a graduate engineering or science
program at an engineering school or research university.
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Pre-Law
COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCES--PRE-PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMS
Adviser: Dr. Adolphus Belk
The Association of American Law Schools and the Law School Admission Council do not prescribe a specific major or
series of courses as preparation for law school. Although most pre-law students major in the social sciences or humanities, almost any discipline is suitable. More important than the major is the acquisition of thorough intellectual training,
including a broad understanding of human institutions as well as analytical and communications skills.
Early in their undergraduate careers, students considering law school should meet with the pre-law adviser in the Political Science Department for assistance in planning a suitable course of pre-law study compatible with the student’s major
subject. Additional information for students considering legal studies can be found in Preparing for Law School (http://
www.winthrop.edu/uploadedFiles/cas/politicalscience/Preparing%20for%20Law%20School%20-ABJR.pdf).
Pre-Medical
Advisory Committee: Dr. Carlton Bessinger, Dr. Matthew Stern, Dr. Dwight Dimaculangan, Dr. Laura Glasscock, Dr.
Aaron Hartel, Dr. Julian Smith, Dr. Takita F. Sumter, and Dr. Kristi Westover.
A student who wishes to prepare for application to medical school should acquire a broad foundation in the natural
sciences, mathematics, humanities and the social sciences. Medical schools intentionally limit the absolute requirements
for entry to encourage diversity among their applicants. Most medical schools require 6 semester hours each of English
and Mathematics, and 8 semester hours each of biology, physics, general chemistry, and organic chemistry. Beyond these
requirements, pre-medical students may select any major program they may wish to pursue. The most important requirements for admission to a medical school are at least a B+ average on all science courses taken and a good score on the
Medical College Admission Test (MCAT), which is normally taken in the spring before the senior year.
Pre-Pharmacy
Advisers: Dr. Eric Birgbauer, Dr. Carlton Bessinger, Dr. Aaron Hartel, Dr. Julian Smith, and Dr. Takita F. Sumter
A student who wishes to prepare for application for Pharmacy school should acquire a solid foundation in the chemical
and biological sciences. The specific requirements for admission to the Pharm.D. program at the University of South Carolina College of Pharmacy include 8 hours of general chemistry, 8 hours of organic chemistry, 6 hours of physics, 3 hours
of calculus, 3 hours of statistics, 8 hours of biology, 6 hours of anatomy and physiology, 9 hours of liberal arts electives, 6
hours of English composition and literature and 3 hours of economics, psychology and verbal skills. The most important
requirement is that students maintain a B+ average on all science courses.
Pre-Physical Therapy
Advisers: Dr. Matthew Heard and Dr. William Rogers
A student who wishes to prepare for admission to either of the two physical therapy programs in South Carolina (USC
or MUSC) must complete a 4-year baccalaureate degree. Regardless of the major, the student must complete course work
in statistics, chemistry, physics, biology, anatomy, physiology, and psychology. A minimum grade point average of 3.0 is
required. The student must present acceptable scores on all three components (verbal reasoning, quantitative reasoning
and writing) of the Graduate Record Examination (GRE). In addition to acceptable grades and GRE scores, the student
must have some experience with the practice of physical therapy. This is best accomplished through an internship course
or other volunteer work. Winthrop also has an agreement with the physical therapy program at Methodist University
in Fayetteville, NC that provides five guaranteed interviewed slots and two admission slots for Winthrop University
students. Contact the Biology Department for application guidelines.
Pre-Veterinary
Advisers: Dr. Meir Barak, Dr. Aaron Hartel, Dr. Julian Smith, and Dr. Takita F. Sumter
A student who wishes to prepare for application to schools of veterinary medicine should acquire a broad foundation
in the natural sciences, mathematics, humanities, and social sciences. The requirements for entry into schools of veterinary medicine are more variable than those for schools of medicine and dentistry. A student pursuing a career in veterinary medicine should major in biology or chemistry and consult the pre-veterinary adviser.
Other Pre-Professional Health Studies
Adviser: Dr. Dwight Dimaculangan and Dr. Julian Smith
Students may prepare themselves for application to programs in other health-related professions, such as nursing,
occupational therapy, optometry and podiatry. Persons interested in these fields should consult the adviser for specific
details.
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COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCES--PSYCHOLOGY
PSYCHOLOGY
Faculty
Professors
Gary L. Alderman
Leigh Armistead
Donna Nelson
Joseph S. Prus, Chair
Merry Sleigh
Associate Professors
Matthew Hayes
Cheryl Fortner-Wood
Kathy A. Lyon
Antigo D. Martin-Delaney
Darren Ritzer
Jeff Sinn
Assistant Professors
Tara Collins
Sarah Reiland
Instructors
Eurnestine Brown
Mary McKemy
Melissa Reeves
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
Psychology is the scientific study of behavior and mental processes. Pscyhology majors at Winthrop acquire a broad
range of knowledge and skills consistent with both the University’s general education goals and the American Psychological Association’s Undergraduate Psychology Learning Goals. Recent psychology graduates have obtained employment in
a wide variety of fields such as health and human services, social services, business, and education, and/or pursued advanced preparation in various specialties of psychology as well as in medicine, law, business, education, and other fields.
General Education Courses
ACAD 101
Shared Skills and Proficiencies
Writing and Critical Thinking
WRIT 101, HMXP 102, CRTW 201
Principles of the Learning Academy
Semester Hours
1
Composition; The Human Experience: Who Am I?
Crit Reading, Thinking, & Writing
See approved list, p. 16; may be met by other req
See approved list, p. 16
Met in major with PSYC 302
See approved list, p. 16; may be met by other req
See approved list, p. 16
9
Oral Communication
0-3
Technology
3
Intensive Writing
0
Constitution Requirement
0-3
Physical Activity
1
Thinking CriticallyAcross Disciplines*
Global Perspectives
See approved list, p. 16
3
Historical Perspectives
See approved list, p. 16
3
Introducing Students to Broad Disciplinary Perspectives*
Social Science
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
3
3 hours met in major with PSYC 101
Humanities and Arts
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
6
Quantitative Skills and Natural Science* (3 courses)
9-12
Quantitative Skills
See approved list, p. 16
(3-8)
Natural Science
See approved list, p. 16 [Must include a lab science. If 2
(3-8)
courses taken, must be in 2 different groups:
Life, Physical, Earth].
*No more than two courses in the major may count toward requirements in these areas
Subtotal
38-47
Requirements in Major
36
Foundations--PSYC 101**, 198
Gen Psychology, Psyc as Discipline & Profes
4
Experimental Sequence--PSYC 301**, 302** Statistics & Research Methods
8
PSYC 303
Ethics in Psychological Research
0
SR Capstone Exper--PSYC 400, 463 or 498 Hist & Sys of PSYC, Internship, SR Seminar
3
Core Courses--Choose 3 of: PSYC 206, 213, 305, 335, 409, 508
9
PSYC Electives (courses numbered above 299)
12
Foreign Language Requirement
3-8†
Minor
15-24
General Electives
5-28
Total
120
**Must attain a grade of C- or higher.
†This requirement may be met by a satisfactory score on a recognized proficiency examination or by passing any foreign language
course numbered 102 or any course with 102 as a prerequisite.
Not more than 36 semester hours in any one subject designator may be applied toward the major for a Bachelor of Arts degree. See
page 14 for more information.
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Major Specific Notes:
a)
The student must complete a minimum of 12 semester hours of PSYC courses in residence at Winthrop
University. No more than three hours of Field Experience or Academic Internship (PSYC 340 or 463) can count
toward the major.
b)
PSYC 198 may be waived at the discretion of the Chair and Dean’s Office for students transferring with a
considerable amount of Psychology credit or those who enter the major as Juniors or Seniors.
c)
Students changing their majors from Biology to Psychology who have completed BIOL 300 with a grade of
C- or better, are not required to complete PSYC 302 & 303. Dual majors in Psychology and Biology should
complete only one of the two required experimental courses (PSYC 302 & 303 or BIOL 300).
d)
Students changing their majors from Sociology to Psychology or Sociology majors with Psychology
minors, who have passed SOCL 316 with a grade of C- or better, are not required to complete PSYC
301. Double majors in Psychology and Sociology should complete only one of the two required statistics courses
(PSYC 301 or SOCL 316). Consult your adviser for an appropriate course.
See pages 16-18 for additional degree requirements.
SOCIAL WORK
Faculty
Professors
Deana F. Morrow, Chair
Associate Professors
Brent E. Cagle
Cynthia D. Forrest
Wendy Sellers
Assistant Professors
Kori R. Bloomquist
Monique A. Constance-Huggins
Allison K. Gibson
Kareema J. Gray
Duane R. Neff
Instructors
Jennifer C. McDaniel
Perry Owen
Bachelor of Social Work
Students completing requirements for the BSW will be prepared for beginning generalist social work practice in
a wide range of organizations such as child welfare agencies, hospitals, nursing homes, prisons, schools, and treatment
centers for people with disabilities. The program provides undergraduate education and internship experience for working with individuals, small groups (including the family), organizations, and communities. National accreditation by the
Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) allows graduates to become full members of the National Association of Social
Workers (NASW) and to be eligible to become licensed social workers in states requiring licensing for employment.
General Education Courses
ACAD 101
Shared Skills and Proficiencies
Writing and Critical Thinking
WRIT 101, HMXP 102, CRTW 201
Principles of the Learning Academy
Composition; The Human Experience: Who Am I?
Crit Reading, Thinking, & Writing
Met in major with SCWK 431
See approved list, p. 16; may be met by other req
Met in major with SCWK 330
See approved list, p. 16; may be met by other req
See approved list, p. 16
Semester Hours
1
Oral Communication
Technology
Intensive Writing
Constitution Requirement
Physical Activity
Thinking CriticallyAcross Disciplines*
Global Perspectives
See approved list, p. 16
Historical Perspectives
See approved list, p. 16
Introducing Students to Broad Disciplinary Perspectives*
Social Science
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
3 hours met in major with SCWK 200
Humanities and Arts
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
Quantitative Skills and Natural Science* (3 courses)
Quantitative Skills
See approved list, p. 16
Natural Science
See approved list, p. 16 [Must include a lab science. If 2
courses taken, must be in 2 different groups:
Life, Physical, Earth].
*No more than two courses in the major may count toward requirements in these areas
Subtotal
Requirements in the Major (C- or better required for all SCWK courses)
SCWK 200
Introduction to Social Work
SCWK 305
Human Behavior in the Social Environment
SCWK 306
Working with Multicultural Populations
9
0
0-3
0
0-3
1
3
3
3
6
9-12
(3-8)
(3-8)
35-44
45
3
3
3
50
SCWK 321
SCWK 330
SCWK 430
SCWK 431
SCWK 432
SCWK 433
SCWK 443
SCWK 463
SCWK electives
General Electives
Total
COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCES--SOCIOLOGY
Social Welfare as a Social Institution
3
Research Methods for Social Work
3
Social Work Intervention I
3
Interpersonal Helping Skills in Social Work Practice
3
Social Work Intervention II
3
Social Work Intervention III
3
Social Work Field Instruction
12
Social Work Field Seminar
3
3
31-40
120
A student may apply for status as a social work major at any point. In applying for initial entry into the social work
program and recognition as a social work major, the student agrees to abide by the NASW (National Association of Social
Workers) Code of Ethics. From that point, continued recognition as a social work major requires that the student’s behavior comports to the standards of ethical conduct as spelled out in the Code of Ethics.
Prior to starting the social work intervention sequence - SCWK 430, 431, 432, and 433 - students must formally apply for
admittance to SCWK 430. In addition to completing all of the prerequisites for SCWK 430, students must also have earned
at least an overall GPA of 2.20 and a 2.40 GPA in all social work courses.
After completing all general education requirements and social work major course requirements through SCWK 433,
including passing Social Work courses with a grade of C- or better and maintaining an overall GPA of 2.20 and a GPA of
2.40 in social work courses, the student is eligible to apply to enroll in the two courses which make up the final semester
of field education. For graduation the student must have maintained an overall GPA of 2.20, and a GPA of 2.40 in all
social work courses.
The student must complete a minimum of 12 semester hours of SCWK courses in residence at Winthrop University.
Although not specifically required, students are encouraged to take related courses in Psychology, Sociology, and Political
Science.
See pages 16-18 for additional degree requirements.
SOCIOLOGY and ANTHROPOLOGY
Faculty
Professors
Jonathan I. Marx
Jennifer Solomon
Associate Professor
Richard Chacon
Bradley G. Tripp
Jeannie Haubert, Chair
Assistant Professor
Maria Aysa-Lastra
Bachelor of Arts in Sociology
Recent graduates in sociology have secured positions in criminal justice, social work, city and urban planning, teaching, management, banking, sales, and marketing. Others have gone on to pursue advanced studies in sociology, social
work, criminal justice, urban planning, law, and business administration.
General Education Courses
ACAD 101
Shared Skills and Proficiencies
Writing and Critical Thinking
WRIT 101, HMXP 102, CRTW 201
Principles of the Learning Academy
Composition; The Human Experience: Who Am I?
Crit Reading, Thinking, & Writing
See approved list, p. 16; may be met by other req
See approved list, p. 16
Met in major with SOCL/ANTH 302
See approved list, p. 16; may be met by other req
See approved list, p. 16
Oral Communication
Technology
Intensive Writing
Constitution Requirement
Physical Activity
Thinking CriticallyAcross Disciplines*
Global Perspectives
See approved list, p. 16; may be met in the major
Historical Perspectives
See approved list, p. 16
Introducing Students to Broad Disciplinary Perspectives*
Social Science
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
Humanities and Arts
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
Semester Hours
1
9
0-3
3
0
0-3
1
0-3
3
0-3
6
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Quantitative Skills and Natural Science* (3 courses)
9-12
Quantitative Skills
See approved list, p. 16
(3-8)
Natural Science
See approved list, p. 16 [Must include a lab science. If 2
(3-8)
courses taken, must be in 2 different groups:
Life, Physical, Earth].
*No more than two courses in the major may count toward requirements in these areas
Subtotal
32-47
Requirements in Major
33
Social Problems & Soc Policy, Princ of Sociology
3
SOCL 101 or 201
SOCL 316**,
Social Research I: Statistics
4
ANTH/SOCL 302+
Anthropological Theory/Social Theory
3
SOCL 516+
Social Research II: Methods
4
SOCL 598
Senior Seminar in Sociology
1
Additional hours of SOCL
12-18
Additional hours of ANTH***
0-6
Minor
15-24
Foreign Language Requirement
3-8†
General Electives
8-37
Total
120
†This requirement may be met by a satisfactory score on a recognized examination or by passing any foreign language course
numbered 102 or any course with 102 as a prerequisite.
+
C or better required and may not be taken on the S/U basis.
**Students with double majors in psychology and sociology or sociology majors with a minor in psychology may substitute PSYC 301
(with a grade of C or higher) for SOCL 316 provided they complete an additional course in sociology. Consult advisers for appropriate
courses.
***ANTH hours counted towards the sociology major cannot also be counted towards the anthropology minor. However, students
with a major in sociology and a minor in anthropology may utilize SOCL/ANTH 302 (required in major) for ANTH 302 (required in
minor) provided they complete an additional course in anthropology towards the minor.
The student must complete a minimum of 12 semester hours of SOCL/ANTH courses in residence at Winthrop
University. Although not specifically required, students are strongly encouraged to take related courses in ECON, HIST,
MATH, PLSC and PSYC.
Sociology majors are required to enroll in SOCL 316 the first semester after admission to the major, and they may
not enroll in more than one SOCL/ANTH course per semester (apart from SOCL 316 or SOCL/ANTH302) until they
complete both SOCL 316 and SOCL/ANTH 302 with a grade of C or better. Sociology majors are limited to a total of
three hours credit in ANTH 463-464, ANTH 340, SOCL 463-464 or SOCL 340 towards the sociology major.
Students with a major in sociology (excluding anthropology concentrations) are strongly discouraged from attempting
a minor in Criminal Justice. It is unfeasible because of not enough distinct courses offered and university rules that
regulate hours allowed in single designator (SOCL).
Not more than 36 semester hours in any one subject designator may be applied toward the major for a Bachelor of Arts degree. See
page 14 for more information.
See pages 16-18 for additional degree requirements.
Bachelor of Arts in Sociology - Concentration in Criminology
General Education Courses
ACAD 101
Shared Skills and Proficiencies
Writing and Critical Thinking
WRIT 101, HMXP 102, CRTW 201
Principles of the Learning Academy
Composition; The Human Experience: Who Am I?
Crit Reading, Thinking, & Writing
See approved list, p. 16; may be met by other req
See approved list, p. 16
Met in major with SOCL/ANTH 302
See approved list, p. 16; may be met by other req
See approved list, p. 16
Oral Communication
Technology
Intensive Writing
Constitution Requirement
Physical Activity
Thinking CriticallyAcross Disciplines*
Global Perspectives
See approved list, p. 16
Historical Perspectives
See approved list, p. 16
Introducing Students to Broad Disciplinary Perspectives*
Social Science
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
Humanities and Arts
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
Semester Hours
1
9
0-3
3
0
0-3
1
0-3
3
0-3
6
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Quantitative Skills and Natural Science* (3 courses)
9-12
Quantitative Skills
See approved list, p. 16
(3-8)
Natural Science
See approved list, p. 16 [Must include a lab science. If 2
(3-8)
courses taken, must be in 2 different groups:
Life, Physical, Earth].
*No more than two courses in the major may count toward requirements in these areas
Subtotal
32-47
Requirements in Major
33
Social Problems & Soc Policy, Princ of Sociology
3
SOCL 101 or 201
SOCL 227
Intro to Criminal Justice
3
SOCL 316+**
Social Research I: Statistics
4
ANTH/SOCL 302+
Anthropological Theory/Social Theory
3
SOCL 325
Criminology
3
SOCL 516+
Social Research II: Methods
4
SOCL 598
Senior Seminar
1
Six hours from: SOCL 330, 335, 337, or 525
6
Additional hours of SOCL
3-6
Additional hours of ANTH (may not be used in an ANTH minor)
0-3
(must have a total of 6 hours in SOCL or ANTH electives)
Minor
15-24
Foreign Language
3-8†
General Electives
11-40
Total
120
†This requirement may be met by a satisfactory score on a recognized examination or by passing any foreign language course
numbered 102 or any course with 102 as a prerequisite.
+
C or better required and may not be taken on the S/U basis.
**Students with double majors in psychology and sociology or sociology majors with a minor in psychology may substitute PSYC 301
(with a grade of C or higher) for SOCL 316 provided they complete an additional course in sociology. Consult advisers for appropriate
courses.
Not more than 36 semester hours in any one subject designator may be applied toward the major for a Bachelor of Arts degree. See
page 14 for more information.
The student must complete a minimum of 12 semester hours of SOCL/ANTH courses in residence at Winthrop
University. Although not specifically required, students are strongly encouraged to take related courses in ECON, HIST,
MATH, PLSC and PSYC.
Sociology majors are required to enroll in SOCL 316 the first semester after admission to the major, and they may
not enroll in more than one SOCL/ANTH course per semester (apart from SOCL 316 or SOCL/ANTH302) until they
complete both SOCL 316 and SOCL/ANTH 302 with a grade of C or better. Sociology majors are limited to a total of
three hours credit in ANTH 463-464, ANTH 340, SOCL 463-464 or SOCL 340 towards the sociology major.
See pages 16-18 for additional degree requirements.
Bachelor of Arts in Sociology - Concentration in Anthropology
General Education Courses
ACAD 101
Shared Skills and Proficiencies
Writing and Critical Thinking
WRIT 101, HMXP 102, CRTW 201
Principles of the Learning Academy
Composition; The Human Experience: Who Am I?
Crit Reading, Thinking, & Writing
See approved list, p. 16; may be met by other req
See approved list, p. 16
Met in major with ANTH/SOCL 302
See approved list, p. 16; may be met by other req
See approved list, p. 16
Oral Communication
Technology
Intensive Writing
Constitution Requirement
Physical Activity
Thinking CriticallyAcross Disciplines*
Global Perspectives
See approved list, p. 16
Historical Perspectives
See approved list, p. 16
Introducing Students to Broad Disciplinary Perspectives*
Social Science
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
Humanities and Arts
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
Quantitative Skills and Natural Science* (3 courses)
Quantitative Skills
See approved list, p. 16
Semester Hours
1
9
0-3
3
0
0-3
1
0-3
3
0-6
6
3-12
(3-8)
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See approved list, p. 16 [Must include a lab science. If 2
(0-8)
courses taken, must be in 2 different groups:
Life, Physical, Earth].
*No more than two courses in the major may count toward requirements in these areas
Subtotal
32-44
Requirements in Major
33
SOCL 101 or 201
Social Problems & Social Policy, Principles of Sociology
3
ANTH 201
Intro to Cultural Anthropology
3
ANTH 202 or 220 or 315
Intro to Biol Anth, Intro to Archaeology, Forensic Anth
3-4
Anthropological Theory/Social Theory
3
ANTH/SOCL 302+
SOCL 316+**
Social Research I: Statistics
4
ANTH 341 or 345
Field Work in Cult Anth, Field Work in Archaeology
3
SOCL 516+ & 598
Social Research II: Methods, Senior Seminar
5
ANTH electives
3-6
SOCL electives
3-6
Minor
15-24
Foreign Language
3-8†
General Electives
11-34
Total
120
†This requirement may be met by a satisfactory score on a recognized examination or by passing any foreign language course
numbered 102 or any course with 102 as a prerequisite.
+
C or better required and may not be taken on the S/U basis.
**Students with double majors in psychology and sociology or sociology majors with a minor in psychology may substitute PSYC 301
(with a grade of C or higher) for SOCL 316 provided they complete an additional course in sociology. Consult advisers for appropriate
courses
Not more than 36 semester hours in any one subject designator may be applied toward the major for a Bachelor of Arts degree. See
page 14 for more information.
The student must complete a minimum of 12 semester hours of SOCL/ANTH courses in residence at Winthrop
University. Although not specifically required, students are strongly encouraged to take related courses in ECON, HIST,
MATH, PLSC and PSYC.
Sociology majors are required to enroll in SOCL 316 the first semester after admission to the major, and they may
not enroll in more than one SOCL/ANTH course per semester (apart from SOCL 316 or SOCL/ANTH 302) until they
complete both SOCL 316 and SOCL/ANTH 302 with a grade of C or better. Sociology majors are limited to a total of
three hours credit in ANTH 463-464, ANTH 340, SOCL 463-464 or SOCL 340 towards the sociology major.
Natural Science
WORLD LANGUAGES AND CULTURES
Faculty
Professors
Donald Flanell Friedman
Pedro M. Muñoz
Associate Professor
Scott Shinabargar, Chair
Assistant Professor
Catalina Adams
Elizabeth Evans
Adam Glover
Adjuncts
Natacha Carrillo
Paola Dattilio
Anna Igou
Laure Mauffray
Concetta Morris
Charlene G. Rodriguez
Tom Shealy, Professor Emeritus
Jialin Shen
Joseph Tipton
Instructor
Victoria Uricoechea
Bachelor of Arts in Modern Languages
The Department of World Languages and Cultures offers a Bachelor of Arts in Modern Languages with two specializations, Spanish and French. Students majoring in foreign language have gone on to graduate school in advanced language
study, law or international business, have entered the teaching profession, or have obtained positions requiring bilingual
capacities in business and industry.
The beginning courses (101-102), or the equivalent, are prerequisites for all other courses; however, they may not be applied toward fulfillment of the requirements for a major or minor. Beginning courses (101-102) in another language may
be applied to the six hours required in the second language.
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Students may obtain credit for French, German, or Spanish 101, 102, 201 and/or 202 upon completion of the appropriate
course with a grade of B or higher. Credit will not be given for courses for which university credit has been awarded previously. No grade is assigned to this credit. A grade is received only for the course taken at Winthrop. The course credits
that can be earned are summarized on page 11. For further information, contact the Chair of the Department of World
Languages and Cultures.
American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL) Oral Proficiency Interview Requirement
The ACTFL Oral Proficiency Interview is administered as one of the components of French 499 or Spanish 499. All
students pursuing a B.A. degree with certification to teach in grades K-12 are required to score at a level of advanced-low
on the ACTFL Oral Proficiency Interview in order to receive their degree.
All students pursuing a B.A. degree in French or Spanish without teacher certification are required to score at a level of
intermediate-high on the ACTFL Oral Proficiency Interview in order to receive their degree. This course should be taken
during the senior year. For students in the teacher education program, the course must be completed before the internship begins.
Bachelor of Arts in Modern Languages—French
General Education Courses
ACAD 101
Shared Skills and Proficiencies
Writing and Critical Thinking
WRIT 101, HMXP 102, CRTW 201
Oral Communication
Technology
Intensive Writing
Constitution Requirement
Physical Activity
Thinking CriticallyAcross Disciplines*
Global Perspectives
Principles of the Learning Academy
Composition; The Human Experience: Who Am I?
Crit Reading, Thinking, & Writing
See approved list, p. 16; may be met by other req
See approved list, p. 16; may be met by other req
See approved list, p. 16; may be met by other req
See approved list, p. 16; may be met by other req
See approved list, p. 16
Semester Hours
1
9
0-3
0-3
0-3
0-3
1
See approved list, p. 16
0-3
Could be met in major
Historical Perspectives
See approved list, p. 16
3
Introducing Students to Broad Disciplinary Perspectives*
Social Science
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
6
Humanities and Arts
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
0-6
Could be met in major
Quantitative Skills and Natural Science* (3 courses)
9-12
Quantitative Skills
See approved list, p. 16
(3-8)
Natural Science
See approved list, p. 16 [Must include a lab science. If 2
(3-8)
courses taken, must be in 2 different groups:
Life, Physical, Earth].
*No more than two courses in the major may count toward requirements in these areas
Subtotal
32-47
Requirements in Major
36-38
FREN 201, 202, 250
Intermediate French I, II, Intermed Comp & Conversation
9
FREN 301 or 302
French Civiliztn & Culture I, II
3
FREN 310
Advanced Grammar, Compositn I
3
FREN 401 or 402
Survey of Francophone Lit, Survey of French Lit
3
FREN 499
Proficiency Exam
0
FREN electives above 202 (excluding 575; may include MLAN 330A or 530A)
12
Second Foreign Language (excluding 575)
6-8
Minor
15-24
General Electives
11-37
Total
120
Not more than 36 semester hours in any one subject designator may be applied toward the major for a Bachelor of Arts degree. See
page 14 for more information.
See pages 16-18 for additional degree requirements.
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Bachelor of Arts in Modern Languages—Spanish
General Education Courses
ACAD 101
Shared Skills and Proficiencies
Writing and Critical Thinking
WRIT 101, HMXP 102, CRTW 201
Oral Communication
Technology
Intensive Writing
Constitution Requirement
Physical Activity
Thinking CriticallyAcross Disciplines*
Global Perspectives
Principles of the Learning Academy
Composition; The Human Experience: Who Am I?
Crit Reading, Thinking, & Writing
See approved list, p. 16; may be met by other req
See approved list, p. 16
See approved list, p. 16; may be met by other req
See approved list, p. 16; may be met by other req
See approved list, p. 16
Semester Hours
1
9
0-3
0-3
0-3
0-3
1
See approved list, p. 16
0-3
Could be met in major
Historical Perspectives
See approved list, p. 16
3
Introducing Students to Broad Disciplinary Perspectives*
Social Science
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
6
Humanities and Arts
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
0-6
Could be met in major
Quantitative Skills and Natural Science* (3 courses)
9-12
Quantitative Skills
See approved list, p. 16
(3-8)
Natural Science
See approved list, p. 16 [Must include a lab science. If 2
(3-8)
courses taken, must be in 2 different groups:
Life, Physical, Earth].
*No more than two courses in the major may count toward requirements in these areas
Subtotal
32-47
Requirements in Major
36-38
SPAN 201, 202, 250
Intermediate Spanish I, II, Intermed Comp & Conversation
9
SPAN 310
Advanced Grammar & Comp I
3
SPAN 401 or 402
Survey of Hispanic Lit, Survey of Span Peninsular Lit
3
SPAN 410
Advanced Grammar & Comp II
3
SPAN 421 or 422
Hispan Civ & Cult-Latn Amer, Hispan Civ & Cult-Spain
3
SPAN 499
Proficiency Exam
0
SPAN electives (above 202, excluding 575, may include MLAN 330B or 530B)
9
Second Foreign Language
6-8
Minor
15-24
General Electives (15 sem hours of study abroad in a Spanish-speaking country recommended)
11-37
Total
120
Not more than 36 semester hours in any one subject designator may be applied toward the major for a Bachelor of Arts degree. See
page 14 for more information.
A proficiency exam on the basic skills may be administered to all majors, minors and any interested students after completion of SPAN 250. The exam is diagnostic, and remedial work, if needed, will be recommended.
Students are required to enroll in SPAN 499. Remedial work, if needed, will be recommended. A grade of S is required
for graduation.
The student must complete a minimum of 12 semester hours in the major in residence at Winthrop University. No
more than three hours of Practicum Experience can count toward the major.
See pages 16-18 for additional degree requirements.
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Bachelor of Arts in Modern Languages Certification as School Teacher (K-12)
(French Emphasis)
Students desiring certification as teachers of French should consult with the department’s teacher certification advisor
and the College of Education section of the catalog for specific requirements for admission to the Teacher Education
Program.
General Education Courses
ACAD 101
Shared Skills and Proficiencies
Writing and Critical Thinking
WRIT 101, HMXP 102, CRTW 201
Principles of the Learning Academy
Semester Hours
1
Composition; The Human Experience: Who Am I?
Crit Reading, Thinking, & Writing
Met in major with MLAN 391
Met in Education Sequence with EDCO 305
See approved list, p. 16; may be met by other req
See approved list, p. 16; may be met by other req
See approved list, p. 16
9
Oral Communication
0
Technology
0
Intensive Writing
0-3
Constitution Requirement
0-3
Physical Activity
1
Thinking CriticallyAcross Disciplines*
Global Perspectives
See approved list, p. 16; could be met in major
0-3
Historical Perspectives
See approved list, p. 16
3
Introducing Students to Broad Disciplinary Perspectives*
Social Science
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
3
3 hours met in Education Sequence with EDUC 200
Humanities and Arts
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
0-6
Could be met in major
Quantitative Skills and Natural Science* (3 courses)
9-12
Quantitative Skills
See approved list, p. 16
(3-8)
Natural Science
See approved list, p. 16 [Must include a lab science. If 2
(3-8)
courses taken, must be in 2 different groups:
Life, Physical, Earth].
*No more than two courses in the major may count toward requirements in these areas
Subtotal
26-44
Requirement in Major
36-38
FREN 201, 202, 250
Intermediate French I, II, Intermed Comp & Conversation
9
FREN 301 or 302
French Civiliztn & Culture I, II,
3
FREN 310
Advanced Grammar, Compositn I
3
FREN 401 or 402
Survey of Francophone Lit, Survey of French Lit
3
FREN 499
Proficiency Exam
0
Select courses from FREN above 202, excluding 575; may include MLAN 330A or 530A
12
Electives in a second foreign language (excluding 575)
6-8
Professional Education Sequence
34
EDUC 101, 200, 220, 400, 403, 410, EDCO 201, 202, 203, 305, 306, 350, 351
30***
MLAN 390, 391
Practicum and Principles in Teaching Mod Lang
4
General Electives
4-24
Total
120
***A grade of C or better is required in all EDUC and EDCO core courses. No core course can be taken for S/U credit with the
exception of EDUC 403. Note that field hours will be required for EDUC 200, EDCO 201, 202, 203, 305, 306, 351, EDUC 400,
403, and 410. EDUC 400 and 403 follow the K-12 public school calendar. More information on all these requirements is
included in the course descriptions posted through the Schedule of Courses on the Office of Records and Registration
website.
In addition to the requirements for their major, students must meet requirements for the Teacher Education Program,
which include the requirements for Admission to Teacher Education, Entry to the Professional Stage, and Program
Completion. For information on these requirements, consult the Student Academic Services in the Richard W. Riley
College of Education.
Passage of the PRAXIS II Series content area examinations is required prior to entry into the professional stage for
all candidates in the teacher education program. For the most current PRAXIS information required for test(s) in your
content area, visit the South Carolina Department of Education website: http://ed.sc.gov/agency/ee/EducatorServices/Licensure/Required-Examinations.cfm.
Students seeking teacher certification should begin to plan early their course of study wth the teacher education faculty
and the department chair. Special attention should be given to completing courses in the proper sequence and to the
semester(s) when required courses are offered.
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American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL) Oral Proficiency Interview Requirement
All students pursuing a B.A. degree with certification to teach in grades K-12 will be required to score at a level of
advanced-low on the ACTFL Oral Proficiency Interview in order to receive their degree. This test will be given while the
student is enrolled in French 499 and must be completed before the internship begins.
The student must attain a cumulative grade-point average of 2.75 or better in courses taken at Winthrop and a GPA of
2.0 or better in the 36-38 hours of the required program. The student must complete a minimum of 12 semester hours in
the major in residence at Winthrop University. No more than three hours of Practicum Experience can count toward the
major.
Not more than 36 semester hours in any one subject designator may be applied toward the major for a Bachelor of Arts degree. See
page 14 for more information.
See pages 16-18 for additional degree requirements.
Bachelor of Arts in Modern Languages Certification as School Teacher (K-12)
(Spanish Emphasis)
Students desiring certification as teachers of Spanish should consult with the department’s teacher certification advisor
and the College of Education section of the catalog for specific requirements for admission to the Teacher Education
Program.
General Education Courses
ACAD 101
Shared Skills and Proficiencies
Writing and Critical Thinking
WRIT 101, HMXP 102, CRTW 201
Principles of the Learning Academy
Semester Hours
1
Composition; The Human Experience: Who Am I?
Crit Reading, Thinking, & Writing
Met in major with MLAN 391
Met in Education Sequence with EDCO 305
See approved list, p. 16; may be met by other req
See approved list, p. 16; may be met by other req
See approved list, p. 16
9
Oral Communication
0
Technology
0
Intensive Writing
0-3
Constitution Requirement
0-3
Physical Activity
1
Thinking CriticallyAcross Disciplines
Global Perspectives
See approved list, p. 16; could be met in major
0-3
Historical Perspectives
See approved list, p. 16
3
Introducing Students to Broad Disciplinary Perspectives*
Social Science
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
3
3 hours met in Education Sequence with EDUC 200
Humanities and Arts
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
0-6
Could be met in major
Quantitative Skills and Natural Science* (3 courses)
9-12
Quantitative Skills
See approved list, p. 16
(3-8)
Natural Science
See approved list, p. 16 [Must include a lab science. If 2
(3-8)
courses taken, must be in 2 different groups:
Life, Physical, Earth].
*No more than two courses in the major may count toward requirements in these areas
Subtotal
26-44
Requirement in Major
36-38
SPAN 201, 202, 250
Intermediate Spanish I, II, Intermed Comp & Conversation
9
SPAN 310
Advanced Grammar & Comp I
3
SPAN 401 or 402
Survey of Hispanic Lit, Survey of Span Peninsular Lit
3
SPAN 410
Advanced Grammar & Comp II
3
SPAN 421 or 422
Hispan Civ & Cult-Latn Amer, Hispan Civ & Cult-Spain
3
SPAN 499
Proficiency Exam
0
Select courses from SPAN above 202, excluding 575; may include MLAN 330B or 530B
9
Electives in a second foreign language (excluding 575)
6-8
Professional Education Sequence
34
EDUC 101, 200, 220, 400, 403, 410, EDCO 201, 202, 203, 305, 306, 350, 351
30***
MLAN 390, 391
Prin of Teach and Field Exp in Teach Mod Lang
4
General Electives
4-24
Total
120
***A grade of C or better is required in all EDUC and EDCO core courses. No core course can be taken for S/U credit with the
exception of EDUC 403. Note that field hours will be required for EDUC 200, EDCO 201, 202, 203, 305, 306, 351, EDUC 400, 403,
and 410. EDUC 400 and 403 follow the K-12 public school calendar. More information on all these requirements is included in
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the course descriptions posted through the Schedule of Courses on the Office of Records and Registration website.
In addition to the requirements for their major, students must meet requirements for the Teacher Education Program,
which include the requirements for Admission to Teacher Education, Entry to the Professional Stage, and Program
Completion. For information on these requirements, consult the Student Academic Services in the Richard W. Riley
College of Education.
Passage of the PRAXIS II Series content area examinations is required prior to entry into the professional stage for
all candidates in the teacher education program. For the most current PRAXIS information required for test(s) in your
content area, visit the South Carolina Department of Education website: http://ed.sc.gov/agency/ee/EducatorServices/Licensure/Required-Examinations.cfm.
Students seeking teacher certification should begin to plan early their course of study with the teacher education faculty
and the department chair. Special attention should be given to completing courses in the proper sequence and to the
semester(s) when required courses are offered.
American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL) Oral Proficiency Interview Requirement
All students pursuing a B.A. degree with certification to teach in grades K-12 will be required to score at a level of
advanced-low on the ACTFL Oral Proficiency Interview in order to receive their degree. This test will be given while the
student is enrolled in Spanish 499 and must be completed before the internship begins.
The student must attain a cumulative grade-point average of 2.75 or better in courses taken at Winthrop and a GPA of
2.0 or better in the 36-38 hours of the required program. The student must complete a minimum of 12 semester hours in
the major in residence at Winthrop University. No more than three hours of Practicum Experience can count toward the
major.
Not more than 36 semester hours in any one subject designator may be applied toward the major for a Bachelor of Arts degree. See
page 14 for more information.
See pages 16-18 for additional degree requirements.
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The College of Business Administration
Roger D. Weikle, Dean
Steven Frankforter, Associate Dean for Administration
Undergraduate Degree Programs and Requirements
Four undergraduate programs are offered by the College of Business Administration: the Bachelor of Science in
Business Administration, the Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, the Bachelor of Arts in Economics, and the Bachelor of Science in Information Design. The baccalaureate degree program in Business Administration is accredited by AACSB International--The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business and the baccalaureate degree in Computer
Science is accredited by ABET (111 Market Place, Suite 1050, Baltimore, MD 21202-4012; telephone: 410-347-7700).
Our mission is to prepare students in a learning-centered environment, through effective teaching, scholarship, and
service, with the professional and leadership skills necessary for positions in the global marketplace, while fostering lifelong learning and service to the external community.
Twelve areas of concentration are available within the Bachelor of Science in Business Administration degree program. These concentrations are accounting, computer information systems, economics, entrepreneurship, finance, general
business, health care management, human resource management, international business, marketing, management, and
sustainable business. Two of these concentrations, accounting and general business, can be earned through our evening
program. The accounting concentration offers an integrated undergraduate/graduate curriculum that allows for optimum efficiency in continuing into a graduate program with an accounting emphasis.
The Business degree program prepares undergraduates for careers in the business world by offering an academically
challenging program that produces a new kind of leader for business, industry, government, the arts, and health services.
This new leader leaves the program with the skills needed to function as a professional in the complex organizations of
the 21st century. The core business curriculum includes two integrating threads: professional development and technology with analytics. Throughout the business foundation and core courses, professional development opportunities are
provided through classroom assignments and interaction with business professionals. In addition, each concentration
has identified a course that will include a professional development component as students face graduation and search
for positions in their field. Analytical skills are increasingly important in the business world. Technology and business
analytics are emphasized throughout the entire business program. Along with an integrated curriculum, the faculty and
business leaders have developed a comprehensive list of competencies that students must attain before graduation from
this program. The competency categories for the business degree are communication, teamwork/diversity, adaptability,
problem solving, accountability and ethics. The computer science degree categories are technical, social, environment and
interpersonal development. Most business courses also emphasize team projects in addition to individual assignments.
Internship experiences are integrated into some concentrations and encouraged in others.
The College of Business Administration is dedicated to offering quality classroom instruction and to enhancing personal development through interaction between faculty and students. A faculty open-door policy facilitates this approach.
Quality classroom instruction is provided by a faculty who meet the high standards of scholarship required for AACSB
and ABET accreditation.
A number of scholarships are awarded annually to College of Business Administration students. Eligibility is determined on the basis of outstanding academic performance.
For those students working toward a degree outside of the College of Business Administration, minors in the areas
of accounting, business administration, computer science, economics, entrepreneurship, health care management, human
resource management, marketing and professional business are offered. For specific requirements for individual minors,
see page 135.
Academic Advising
Academic advising is an integral part of the learning process in the College of Business Administration. The role of the
academic adviser is to assist in making appropriate decisions about academic programs and career goals, provide academic information about Winthrop University and degree programs, and suggest appropriate involvement in on-campus,
off-campus and experiential opportunities. Freshmen are assigned a faculty adviser after summer orientation and keep
the same adviser during the freshman year. Not only will advisers help with program selections and scheduling, but will
also be available to assist with the adjustment to university life throughout the first year. At the end of the freshman year,
a concentration in the College of Business will be chosen and an adviser will be assigned from that area. Students who
transfer after their freshman year are assigned an adviser in the academic concentration of their choice.
Transfer evaluations are completed by the Office of Student Services. The subject matter and the level of the course
are considered for evaluation. Upper-level courses in the core and concentration, which have been completed prior to
achieving junior status, may be used to meet elective requirements, but must be replaced in the core or concentration by
approved advanced courses (if not transferred from an AACSB accredited institution). Upper-level business and computer science courses may not transfer from two-year institutions. In addition to the requirement that the final 30 hours be
completed at Winthrop, only 50% of the business core and concentration may transfer toward a business administration
degree. CSCI majors must complete 20 hours of CSCI courses numbered above 299 and an additional 9 which may be
taken at Winthrop University or any school with programs in Computer Science accredited by (ABET).
The College of Business Administration’s Director of Student Services is:
Gay Randolph, Office of Student Services
226 Thurmond Building
(803) 323-4833, Fax (803) 323-3960
randolphg@winthrop.edu.
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COLLEGE OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
Faculty
Professors
Charles E. Alvis
Robert H. Breakfield
Qidong Cao
Clarence Coleman
Steven Frankforter
Barbara K Fuller
Louis J. Pantuosco
Cara Peters
Emma Jane Riddle
D. Keith Robbins, Chair
Management & Marketing
Marilyn Smith
Gary L. Stone
William I. Thacker
Jane B. Thomas
Roger D. Weikle, Dean
Associate Professors
Keith Benson
Barbara Burgess-Wilkerson
Melissa Carsten
Stephen Dannelly, Chair
Computer Science & Quantitative Methods
Chlotia Garrison
Malayka Klimchak
Willis Lewis
Michael Matthews
Hemant Patwardhan
Barbara Pierce, Chair
Accounting, Finance & Economics
Brooke Stanley
Robert Stonebraker
Laura Ullrich
Assistant Professors
Andrew Besmer
Patrice Burleson
Adriana Cordis
Marguerite Doman
Philip Gibson
Terri Guidry
Peggy W. Hager
Stephanie Lawson
Jayne Maas
Steven Martin
Gay Randolph
James Schultz
Celeste Tiller
Glyn Winterbotham
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration
Students enrolled in the Bachelor of Science in Business Administration program or enrolled in business classes may not
enroll in courses numbered above 299 unless they have at least a 2.0 grade-point average, completed 54 hours, and a grade
of C- or better in HMXP 102.
Transfer students must complete HMXP 102 prior to taking upper-level courses in the College of Business Administration.
Students who transfer in 54 or more semester hours must complete this course within their first semester. If, during this
time, such students do not earn a C- or better in HMXP 102, they will not be permitted to take additional courses above 299
until this general education requirement is met.
Within the 120 hours required for this degree, the student must include 40 hours in courses numbered above 299.
Students pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration must select one of twelve concentrations. Many
students choose to fulfill elective hours with a second concentration or business administration minor. No more than six
hours of business course credit may overlap between two concentrations or a concentration and a business minor.
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Bachelor of Science in Business Administration
General Education Courses
ACAD 101
Shared Skills and Proficiencies
Writing and Critical Thinking
WRIT 101, HMXP 102, CRTW 201
Principles of the Learning Academy
Semester Hours
1
Composition; The Human Experience: Who Am I?
Crit Reading, Thinking, & Writing
See approved list, p. 16
Met in major with CSCI 101 & labs
See approved list, p. 16; may be met by other req
See approved list, p. 16; may be met by other req
See approved list, p. 16
9
Oral Communication
3
Technology
3
Intensive Writing
0-3
Constitution Requirement
0-3
Physical Activity
1
Thinking CriticallyAcross Disciplines*
Global Perspectives
See approved list, p. 16
3
Historical Perspectives
See approved list, p. 16
3
Introducing Students to Broad Disciplinary Perspectives*
Social Science
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
3
3 hours met in major with ECON 215
Humanities and Arts
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
6
Quantitative Skills and Natural Science* (3 courses)
6-8
Quantitative Skills
Met in major with MATH
(0-4)
Natural Science
See approved list, p. 16 [Must include a lab science. If 2
(3-8)
courses taken, must be in 2 different groups:
Life, Physical, Earth].
*No more than two courses in the major may count toward requirements in these areas
Subtotal
32-43
Business Administration Program Requirements
70-80
Foundation Courses
24-25
CSCI 101, 101B, 101C & 101D
Intro to Comp & Info Processing, Excel, Access, Adv, Excel
3
MATH 105, 151 or 201
Applied Calculus, Applied College Algebra, Calculus I
3-4
QMTH 205
Business Statistics
3
QMTH 210
Business Analytics
3
ECON 215
Principles of Microeconomics
3
ECON 216
Principles of Macroeconomics
3
ACCT 280
Introducation to Financial Accounting
3
ACCT 281
Introduction to Managerial Accounting
3
Core Courses (C- or better required for each course)
28
BADM 180
Business Issues and Careers
3
BADM 250 or ACCT 351+
Legal & Ethical Environ of Business, Business Law for Acct
3
FINC 111
Financial Literacy
1
FINC 311
Principles of Finance
3
MGMT 321
Management and Leadership
3
MGMT 326
Sustainable Operations
3
MGMT 341
Information Systems and Business Analytics
3
MGMT 355
Business Communication and Professional Development
3
MGMT 480
Business Policy
3
MKTG 380
Principles of Marketing
3
Business Concentration Requirement; choose one of the following: (C- or better required for each course)
18-27
Accounting, page 63
Computer Infomations Systems, page 63
Economics, page 63
Entrepreneurship, page 63
Finance, page 64
General Business, page 64
Health Care Management, page 65
Human Resource Mangement, page 65
International Business,page 65 (MGMT 529 is used to meet the Global Requirement, so student may take free
electives to satisfy graduation requirements.)
Management, page 66 (If MGMT 529 is used to meet the Global Requirement, student may take free electives to
satisfy graduation requirements.)
Marketing, page 66
Sustainable Business, page 66
Electives (Number varies depending on hours required for concentration.)
0-18
Total
120
+
Recommended for Accounting concentration
See pages 16-18 for additional degree requirements.
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Bachelor of Science in Business Administration - Accounting
General Education, see page 62
Foundation and Core Courses, see page 62
Accounting Concentration
ACCT 303
Accounting Information Systems
ACCT 305
Intermediate Accounting I
ACCT 306
Intermediate Accounting II
ACCT 309
Cost Accounting
ACCT 401
Introduction to Tax
ACCT 509
Auditing Principles & Procedures
ACCT course above 299
One course from PHIL 230, 575 or MGMT 575
Electives
Total
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration - Computer Information Systems
General Education, see page 62
Foundation and Core Courses, see page 62
Computer Information Systems Concentration
CSCI 207 & 208
Intro to Computer Sci I & II
CSCI 291or 293 or 295 or 392
Cobol, C#, Visual Basic, Java
CSCI 325
File Structures
CSCI 355
Database Processing
CSCI 475
Software Engineering I
CSCI 476
Software Engineering II
MATH 261
Found of Discrete Mathematics
One of:
ACCT 303
Accounting Information Systems
ACCT 309
Cost Accounting
CSCI above 299 except 327
Electives
Total
32-43
52-53
24
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
0-12
120
32-43
52-53
27
8
1
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
0-9
120-123
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration - Economics
General Education, see page 62
Foundation and Core Courses, see page 62
Economics Concentration
ECON 315
ECON 316
ECON 335
Three of any ECON above 299
Electives
Total
Microeconomic Theory
Macroeconomic Theory
Money and Banking
32-43
52-53
18
3
3
3
9
16-18
120
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration - Entrepreneurship
General Education, see page 62
Foundation and Core Courses, see page 62
Entrepreneurship Concentration
ENTR 373
ENTR 374
ENTR 473
ENTR 579
Two of:
BADM 561
MGMT 322
MKTG 382
MKTG 481
Intro to Entrepreneurship
Strategic Entrepreneurial Growth
Entrepreneurial Finance
Business Plan Development
32-43
52-53
18
3
3
3
3
Electronic Commerce for Managers
Introduction to Talent Management
Retailing
Promotion Management
3
3
3
3
63
MKTG 482
ENTR 491
MKTG 581
Electives
Total
COLLEGE OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION--FINANCE/GENERAL BUSINESS
Marketing Research
3
Internship in Entrepreneurship
3
Marketing for Global Competitiveness
3
6-18
120
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration - Finance
General Education, see page 62
Foundation and Core Courses, see page 62
Take one of two tracks:
Finance Concentration--Corporate Finance Track
FINC 312
Intermediate Corporate Financial Management
FINC 498
Adv Corp Financial Mgmt
FINC 512
Investments
FINC 513
Banking and Financial Service Management
FINC 514
International Financial Management
One of:
ACCT 305
Intermediate Accounting I
ECON 335
Money and Banking
FINC 491
Internship in Finance
Electives
Total
Finance Concentration--Financial Planning Track
ACCT 401
Introduction to Tax
BADM 501
Estate Planning
FINC 315
Principles of Financial Planning
FINC 512
Investments
FINC 515
Insurance and Risk Management
FINC 516
Employee Benefits and Retirement Planning
FINC 420
Financial Plan Development
Electives
Total
32-43
52-53
18
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
6-18
120
21
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3-18
120
Note: Anyone completing any combination of 15 hours of FINC from the above lists plus 3 hours of ACCT, BADM or ECON from
the above lists would qualify for the Finance option, general track.
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration - General Business
General Education, see page 62
Foundation and Core Courses, see page 62
General Business Concentration
MGMT 475
Leadership Theory and Development
Choose 6 hours numbered above 299 and 9 hours numbered above 399 from ACCT, BADM, CSCI, ECON,
ENTR, FINC, HCMT, MGMT, MKTG. A maximum of 9 hours may be taken from a single designator.
Internship course credit may not exceed 3 hours.
Electives
Total
32-43
52-53
18
3
6-18
120
64
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Bachelor of Science in Business Administration - Health Care Management
General Education, see page 62
Foundation and Core Courses, see page 62
Health Care Management Concentration
HCMT 200
Intro to Health Care Mgmt
HCMT 300
The Health Care Manager
HCMT 302
Health Care Planning & Marketing
HCMT 303
Health Care Organizations & the Legal Environ
HCMT 491
Health Care Management Internship
HCMT 492
Econ & Health Care Finance
HCMT 493
Seminar in Health Care Management
Required internship to be taken summer between Jr & Sr year.
Electives
Total
32-43
52-53
21
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3-15
120
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration - Human Resource Management
General Education, see page 62
Foundation and Core Courses, see page 62
Human Resource Management Concentration
MGMT 322
Introduction to Talent Management
MGMT 323
Acquiring Talent
MGMT 325
Organizational Theory and Behavior
MGMT 522
Growing and Developing Talent
MGMT 524
Employment Law
MGMT 526
Talent Management Seminar
Electives
Total
32-43
52-53
18
3
3
3
3
3
3
6-18
120
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration - International Business
General Education, see page 62
Foundation and Core Courses, see page 62
International Business Concentration
ECON 521
International Trade & Investment
FINC 514
International Financial Management
MGMT 529
International Management
MKTG 581
Marketing for Global Competitiveness
One of:
BADM 492
Internship in International Business
BADM 400
International Field Experience
BADM 401
Business and Study Abroad
Choose 3 hours from ANTH 301, 321; FREN 302; GEOG 303, 306; GERM 301;
HIST 334, 345, 351, 547, 548, 560, 561; MCOM 302; PLSC 332, 335, 338; RELG 300;
SPAN 421,422
Courses that support the concentration
Foreign language (non-native speakers of English must obtain permission from the department)
Electives
Total
32-43
52-53
18
3
3
3
3
3
3
0-6
0-18
120
65
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Bachelor of Science in Business Administration - Management
General Education, see page 62
Foundation and Core Courses, see page 62
Management Concentration
MGMT 322
MGMT 325
MGMT 475
MGMT 575 or PHIL 575
Two of:
ENTR 373
BADM 561
MGMT 491
MGMT 529
Electives
Total
Introduction to Talent Management
Organizational Theory & Behavior
Leadership Theory and Development
Business Ethics
Introduction to Entrepreneurship
Electronic Commerce for Managers
Internship in Management
International Management
32-43
52-53
18
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
6-18
120
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration - Marketing
General Education, see page 62
Foundation and Core Courses, see page 62
Marketing Concentration
MKTG 381
MKTG 481
MKTG 482
MKTG 489
Two of:
BADM 561
MKTG 382
MKTG 483
MKTG 491
MKTG 581
Electives
Total
Consumer Behavior
Promotion Management
Marketing Research
Marketing Strategy
Electronic Commerce for Managers
Retailing
Sales and Relationship Marketing
Internship in Marketing
Marketing for Global Competitiveness
32-43
52-53
18
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
6-18
120
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration - Sustainable Business
General Education, see page 62
Foundation and Core Courses, see page 62
Sustainable Business Concentration
SUBU 330
Sustainable Business Practices
SUBU 430
Seminar in Sustainable Business
ECON 343
Environmental Economics
One of:
ENTR 373
Introduction to Entrepreneurship
MGMT 475
Leadership Theory and Development
MGMT 529
International Management
MGMT/PHIL 575
Business Ethics
One of:
BIOL 106, CHEM 101, ENVS 101, SUST 102, PHYS 105, GEOL 225
One of:
BIOL 323, GEOG 302, 500, 501, GEOG/GEOL 305, HIST 530, PHIL 565, PLSC 325, PSYC 311, SOCL 310,
SUST 300
Electives
Total
32-43
52-53
18
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
6-18
120
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Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
The Bachelor of Science in Computer Science is accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET
(www.abet.org).
The goal of the Bachelor of Science in Computer Science is to prepare students for careers in software design and implementation and for graduate study in Computer Science. The students in this program are provided with a background
that allows them to progress toward leadership roles.
The goal is implemented by a curriculum that carefully blends theory and applications. After completing a two semester introductory sequence in computer science, the student takes a series of courses that provide a strong background
in the basic mathematical tools of calculus, logic, discrete mathematics, and probability and statistics and that provide a
good background in the natural and social sciences and the humanities.
Transfer students bringing in upper level Computer Sciences courses may transfer those courses from any school with
programs in Computer Science accredited by the Computer Accrediting Commission, ABET.
General Education Courses
ACAD 101
Shared Skills and Proficiencies
Writing and Critical Thinking
WRIT 101, HMXP 102, CRTW 201
Principles of the Learning Academy
Semester Hours
1
Composition; The Human Experience: Who Am I?
Crit Reading, Thinking, & Writing
Met in major with CSCI 327
Met in major with CSCI 207 and 327
Met in major with CSCI 327
See approved list, p. 16; may be met by other req
See approved list, p. 16
9
Oral Communication
0
Technology
0
Intensive Writing
0
Constitution Requirement
0-3
Physical Activity
1
Thinking CriticallyAcross Disciplines
Global Perspectives
See approved list, p. 16
3
Historical Perspectives
See approved list, p. 16
3
Introducing Students to Broad Disciplinary Perspectives
Social Science
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
6
Humanities and Arts
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
6
Quantitative Skills and Natural Science (3 courses)
Quantitative Skills
Met in major with MATH 201 and 202
0
Natural Science
Met in major with science requirement
0
Subtotal
29-32
Computer Science Program Requirements
46
CSCI 207
Introduction to Computer Science I
4
CSCI 208
Introduction to Computer Science II
4
CSCI 211
Intro to Assembly Language and Comp Architecture
3
CSCI 271
Algorithm Analysis and Data Structures
3
CSCI 311
Computer Architecture and Organization
3
CSCI 327
Social Implications of Computing
3
CSCI 371
Theoretical Foundations
3
CSCI 411
Operating Systems
3
CSCI 431
Organization of Programming Languages
3
CSCI 475
Software Engineering I
3
CSCI 476
Software Engineering II
3
CSCI courses numbered above 299 (excluding CSCI 514, max 3 hrs from combination of 471 and 491)
9
Choose two different courses from: CSCI 291, 292, 293, 295, 297, 392, or 395
2
Students are required to complete the CSCI culminating assessment exam in the semester in which they graduate. This
assessment exam is administered by the Computer Science & Quantitative Methods Department Chair.
Additional Math and Science Requirements
30
MATH 201 and 202
Calculus I, Calculus II
8
MAED 200
Introduction to Mathematica
1
MATH 261
Foundations of Discrete Mathematics
3
QMTH 205 or MATH 341
Business Statistics, Statistical Methods
3
PHYS 211 or BIOL 203/204
Physics with Calculus, Principles of Biology & Lab
4
Additional science from PHYS 212, BIOL 205, 206, 303, 304, 307, 308 (all 4-hour lab courses that majors can
take), GEOL lab courses that count in the GEOL minor
4
MATH course over 299 and/or science coursese from the above list plus CHEM 105
7
Second Discipline (may count courses in other areas)
13-24
Choose one of the following or a minor (other than CSCI):
Information Systems: ACCT 280-281, 303 or 309; MGMT 321, and one of FINC 311, MKTG 380
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Physics and Mathematics: PHYS 301, and one of PHYS 315, 321, or 350; MATH 301 and 305
Electives
0-15
Total
120
A cumulative 2.0 GPA or better is required on courses in the Computer Science Program Requirements.
See pages 16-18 for additional degree requirements.
Bachelor of Arts in Economics
Economics provides students with an analytical training that is a valuable asset in any career. Many graduates enter
the workforce directly and find employment in such diverse areas as banking and finance, management, government
service, labor relations, policy research, sports management, consulting, journalism, and marketing. Other students use
economics as a foundation for graduate programs in law, business, economics, and policy studies.
General Education Courses
ACAD 101
Shared Skills and Proficiencies
Writing and Critical Thinking
WRIT 101, HMXP 102, CRTW 201
Principles of the Learning Academy
Composition; The Human Experience: Who Am I?
Crit Reading, Thinking, & Writing
See approved list, p. 16 may be met by other req
Met in major with CSCI 101 and labs
See approved list, p. 16; may be met by other req
See approved list, p. 16; may be met by other req
See approved list, p. 16
Semester Hours
1
Oral Communication
Technology
Intensive Writing
Constitution Requirement
Physical Activity
Thinking CriticallyAcross Disciplines
Global Perspectives
See approved list, p. 16
Historical Perspectives
See approved list, p. 16
Introducing Students to Broad Disciplinary Perspectives
Social Science
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
3 hours met in major with ECON 215
Humanities and Arts
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
Quantitative Skills and Natural Science (3 courses)
Quantitative Skills
3 hours met in major with MATH
Natural Science
See approved list, p. 16 [Must include a lab science. If 2
courses taken, must be in 2 different groups:
Life, Physical, Earth].
Subtotal
Economics Courses
ECON 215
Prin of Microeconomics
ECON 216
Prin of Macroeconomics
ECON 315
Microeconomic Analysis
ECON 316
Macroeconomic Analysis
Six courses from ECON above 299
Courses Supporting the Major
MATH 105 or 201
Applied Calculus, Calculus I
QMTH 205
Business Statistics
QMTH 210
Business Analytics
CSCI 101, 101B, 101D and 101A, C or P
Intro to Information Processing, Excel, Advanced Excel
Minor
Electives
Total
9
0-3
0
0-3
0-3
1
3
3
3
6
9-12
(0-4)
(3-8)
32-43
30
3
3
3
3
18
3-4
3
3
3
15-24
10-31
120
Not more than 36 semester hours in any one subject designator may be applied toward the major for a Bachelor of Arts degree. See
page 14 for more information.
See pages 16-18 for additional degree requirements.
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Students majoring in Digital Information Design have four concentrations to choose from: Digitial Commerce, Digital
Mass Media , Interactive Media, and Web Application Design. Within the program, all students take a 30 semester-hour
core of courses emphasizing basic and advanced skills in design, digital information, communication theory and the
Internet, information systems and organizations, visual design of complex systems, law and ethics, and seminar courses.
Students from all tracks work together in a final senior experience that involves collaborating with real-world clients.
Bachelor of Science in Digital Information Design with a concentration in Digital Commerce
General Education Courses
ACAD 101
Shared Skills and Proficiencies
Writing and Critical Thinking
WRIT 101, HMXP 102, CRTW 201
Principles of the Learning Academy
Composition; The Human Experience: Who Am I?
Crit Reading, Thinking, & Writing
See approved list, p. 16
Met in major with CSCI 151
See approved list, p. 16; may be met by other req
See approved list, p. 16; may be met by other req
See approved list, p. 16
Semester Hours
1
Oral Communication
Technology
Intensive Writing
Constitution Requirement
Physical Activity
Thinking CriticallyAcross Disciplines*
Global Perspectives
See approved list, p. 16
Historical Perspectives
See approved list, p. 16
Introducing Students to Broad Disciplinary Perspectives*
Social Science
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
Humanities and Arts
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
Quantitative Skills and Natural Science* (3 courses)
Quantitative Skills
MATH 151 or a MATH that includes Calculus or has Calculus as a pre-requisite
Additional Quantitative course
Natural Science
See approved list, p. 16 [Must include a lab science. If 2
courses taken, must be in 2 different groups:
Life, Physical, Earth].
*No more than two courses in the major may count toward requirements in these areas
Subtotal
Information Design Core
CSCI 151
Overview of Computer Science
DIFD 141
Introduction to Web Application Design
DIFD 151
Introduction to Information Design
VCOM 261
Electronic Image Making
VCOM 262
Introduction to Web Design
DIFD 211
Communication Theory and the Internet
DIFD 321
Information Systems and Organizations
DIFD 322
Visual Design of Complex Systems
DIFD 351
Information Design Seminar: Special Topics
DIFD 415
Law and Ethics for Digital Media
DIFD 451
Senior Synthesis
Digital Commerce Concentration
CSCI 101 B & D
Microsft Excel & Advanced Excel
ACCT 280
Intro to Financial Accounting
QMTH 205 & 210
Business Statistics and Applied Analytics
MKTG 380
Principles of Marketing
MGMT 341
Information Systems and Business Analytics
BADM 561
Electronic Commerce for Managers
MCOM 226
Multimedia Storytelling and Production
MCOM 341
Advertising Principles
Choose 2 courses from the following:
MKTG 381, 382, 481, 482, 581
Electives
Total
See pages 16-18 for additional degree requirements.
9
3
0
0-3
0-3
1
3
3
6
6
9-12
(3-4)
(0-4)
(3-8)
41-50
30
3
4
1
3
3
3
3
3
1
3
3
31
1
3
6
3
3
3
3
3
6
9-18
120
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Bachelor of Science in Digital Information Design with a concentration in Digital Mass Media
General Education Courses
ACAD 101
Shared Skills and Proficiencies
Writing and Critical Thinking
WRIT 101+, HMXP 102+,, CRTW 201
Principles of the Learning Academy
Composition; The Human Experience: Who Am I?
Crit Reading, Thinking, & Writing
Met in major with SPCH 201
Met in major with CSCI 151
Met in major with MCOM 441
See approved list, p. 16; may be met by other req
See approved list, p. 16
Semester Hours
1
Oral Communication
Technology
Intensive Writing
Constitution Requirement
Physical Activity
Thinking CriticallyAcross Disciplines*
Global Perspectives
See approved list, p. 16
Historical Perspectives
See approved list, p. 16
Introducing Students to Broad Disciplinary Perspectives*
Social Science
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
Humanities and Arts
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
Quantitative Skills and Natural Science* (3 courses)
Quantitative Skills
MATH 151 or a MATH that includes Calculus or has Calculus as a pre-requisite
Additional Quantitative course
Natural Science
See approved list, p. 16 [Must include a lab science. If 2
courses taken, must be in 2 different groups:
Life, Physical, Earth].
*No more than two courses in the major may count toward requirements in these areas
Subtotal
Information Design Core
CSCI 151
Overview of Computer Science
DIFD 141
Introduction to Web Application Design
DIFD 151
Introduction to Information Design
VCOM 261
Electronic Image Making
VCOM 262
Introduction to Web Design
DIFD 211
Communication Theory and the Internet
DIFD 321
Information Systems and Organizations
DIFD 351
Information Design Seminar: Special Topics
DIFD 322
Visual Design of Complex Systems
DIFD 415
Law and Ethics for Digital Media
DIFD 451
Senior Synthesis
Digital Mass Media Concentration
CSCI 101B
Excel
MCOM 241**
Media Writing
MCOM 226**
Multimedia Storytelling and Production
MCOM 342
Advanced Reporting and Writing
MCOM 346
Television Production
MCOM 441
Reporting Public Affairs
VCOM 363
Multimedia Design I
QMTH 205
Applied Statistics
Choose 2 courses from the following (Internship optional)
MCOM 333, 345, 349, 471, 461, 462, 463
Courses Supporting the Concentration
SPCH 201
Public Speaking
Electives
Total
+,
Requires B- or higher
**Requires C- or higher
9
0
0
0
0-3
1
3
3
6
6
9-12
(3-4)
(0-4)
(3-8)
38-44
30
3
4
1
3
3
3
3
1
3
3
3
27.5
0.5
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
6
3
3
15.5-21.5
120
See pages 16-18 for additional degree requirements.
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Bachelor of Science in Digital Information Design with a concentration in Interactive Media
General Education Courses
ACAD 101
Shared Skills and Proficiencies
Writing and Critical Thinking
WRIT 101, HMXP 102, CRTW 201
Principles of the Learning Academy
Composition; The Human Experience: Who Am I?
Crit Reading, Thinking, & Writing
Met in major with WRIT 465
Met in major with CSCI 151
Met in major with WRIT 465
See approved list, p. 16; may be met by other req
See approved list, p. 16
Semester Hours
1
Oral Communication
Technology
Intensive Writing
Constitution Requirement
Physical Activity
Thinking CriticallyAcross Disciplines*
Global Perspectives
See approved list, p. 16
Historical Perspectives
Met in major with ARTH 176
Introducing Students to Broad Disciplinary Perspectives*
Social Science
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
Humanities and Arts
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
Quantitative Skills and Natural Science* (3 courses)
Quantitative Skills
MATH 151 or a MATH that includes Calculus or has Calculus as a pre-requisite
Additional Quantitative course
Natural Science
See approved list, p. 16 [Must include a lab science. If 2
courses taken, must be in 2 different groups:
Life, Physical, Earth].
*No more than two courses in the major may count toward requirements in these areas
Subtotal
Information Design Core
CSCI 151
Overview of Computer Science
DIFD 141
Introduction to Web Application Design
DIFD 151
Introduction to Information Design
VCOM 261
Electronic Image Making
VCOM 262
Introduction to Web Design
DIFD 211
Communication Theory and the Internet
DIFD 321
Information Systems and Organizations
DIFD 322
Visual Design of Complex Systems
DIFD 351
Information Design Seminar: Special Topics
DIFD 415
Law and Ethics for Digital Media
DIFD 451
Senior Synthesis
Interactive Media Concentration
ARTH 176
Intro to Art History from Renaissance to Present
CSCI 241 & 242
Client/Server Programming for the World Wide Web I & II
VCOM 120
Rapid Visualization Drawing
VCOM 150
Design Studio Skills
VCOM 151
Design Fundamentals
VCOM 154
Design and Color
VCOM 258
Introduction to Typography
VCOM 259
Introduction to Graphic Design
VCOM 300
Specialization Portfolio Review
VCOM 355
Design Concepts
VCOM 362
Interactive Media
VCOM 363
Multimedia Design I
VCOM 374
History of Graphic Design and Illustration
VCOM 462
Interface Design in Alternative e-media
VCOM 463
Multimedia Design II
Choose two courses within the following groups:
Mass communication: MCOM 226 & 342
Music: MUST 531 & 532
Illustration/Graphic Design: VCOM 222, 358, 361
Courses Supporting the Concentration
WRIT 465
Preparation of Oral and Written Reports
Electives
Total
See pages 16-18 for additional degree requirements.
9
0
0
0
0-3
1
3
0
6
6
9-12
(3-4)
(0-4)
(3-8)
35-41
30
3
4
1
3
3
3
3
3
1
3
3
52
3
7
3
3
3
3
3
3
0
3
3
3
3
3
3
6
3
3
0
120-126
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Bachelor of Science in Digital Information Design with a concentration in Web Application Design
General Education Courses
ACAD 101
Shared Skills and Proficiencies
Writing and Critical Thinking
WRIT 101, HMXP 102, CRTW 201
Principles of the Learning Academy
Composition; The Human Experience: Who Am I?
Crit Reading, Thinking, & Writing
See approved list, p. 16; CSCI 327 recommended
Met in major with CSCI 151
See approved list, p. 16; CSCI 327 recommended
See approved list, p. 16; may be met by other req
See approved list, p. 16
Semester Hours
1
Oral Communication
Technology
Intensive Writing
Constitution Requirement
Physical Activity
Thinking CriticallyAcross Disciplines*
Global Perspectives
See approved list, p. 16
Historical Perspectives
See approved list, p. 16
Introducing Students to Broad Disciplinary Perspectives*
Social Science
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
Humanities and Arts
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
Quantitative Skills and Natural Science* (3 courses)
Quantitative Skills
MATH 151 or a MATH that includes Calculus or has Calculus as a pre-requisite
Additional Quantitative course
Natural Science
See approved list, p. 16 [Must include a lab science. If 2
courses taken, must be in 2 different groups:
Life, Physical, Earth].
*No more than two courses in the major may count toward requirements in these areas
Subtotal
Information Design Core
CSCI 151
Overview of Computer Science
DIFD 141
Introduction to Web Application Design
DIFD 151
Introduction to Information Design
VCOM 261
Electronic Image Making
VCOM 262
Introduction to Web Design
DIFD 211
Communication Theory and the Internet
DIFD 321
Information Systems and Organizations
DIFD 322
Visual Design of Complex Systems
DIFD 351
Information Design Seminar: Special Topics
DIFD 415
Law and Ethics for Digital Media
DIFD 451
Senior Synthesis
Web Application Design Concentration
QMTH 205
Applied Statistics
CSCI 101B
Microsoft Excel
CSCI 241 & 242
Client/Server Programming for the World Wide Web I & II
CSCI 355
Database Processing
CSCI 441
Web Application Design and Development
CSCI 475 & 476
Software Engineering I & II
CSCI 521
Software Project Management
VCOM 362
Interactive Media
VCOM 462
Interface Design in Alternative e-media
Electives
Total
See pages 16-18 for additional degree requirements.
9
3
0
0-3
0-3
1
3
3
6
6
9-12
(3-4)
(0-4)
(3-8)
38-50
30
3
4
1
3
3
3
3
3
1
3
3
31.5
3
0.5
7
3
3
6
3
3
3
8.5-20.5
120
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The Richard W. Riley College of Education
Jennie Rakestraw, Dean
Beth Costner, Associate Dean
Lisa Johnson, Associate Dean
Marshall Jones, Senior Director of Graduate Studies and Learning Technologies
Mission Statement
The Richard W. Riley College of Education is dedicated to the highest ideals of teaching, scholarship, and service
for the purpose of preparing professionals who are committed to the betterment of society through a lifelong quest for
excellence in learning, leadership, stewardship, collaboration and innovation.
Undergraduate Degree Programs
•Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training
•Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education
South Carolina Certification:
PK- 3rd grade
•Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education
South Carolina Certification:
Grades 2 - 6
•Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science
•Bachelor of Science in Family and Consumer Sciences
Specializations:
Adolescent Studies, Consumer Studies, Early Childhood Studies
•Bachelor of Science in Middle Level Education
English/Language Arts
Mathematics
Science
Social Studies
South Carolina Certification:
Grades 5-8
•Bachelor of Science in Physical Education
South Carolina Certification:
Grades K - 12
•Bachelor of Science in Special Education
Learning/Emotional Disabilities
Mental/Severe Disabilities
South Carolina Certification:
Grades K - 12
•Bachelor of Science in Sport Management with the College of Business Administration
Additionally, the Richard W. Riley College of Education works cooperatively with the College of Visual and Performing Arts and the College of Arts and Sciences to offer a number of approved teacher education programs in the following
areas:
Music, Grades K - 12
Art, Grades K - 12
Science, Grades 9 - 12
Dance, Grades K - 12
Biology
English, Grades 9 - 12
Social Studies, Grades 9 - 12
Modern Languages, Grades K - 12
Theatre, Grades K - 12
French
Spanish
Mathematics, Grades 9 - 12
Graduate Degree Programs
The Richard W. Riley College of Education offers a number of graduate degrees to provide leadership and personnel for
schools and human service programs. These graduate degrees include:
•Master of Education in Counseling and Development
•Master of Education in Educational Leadership
•Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction
•Master of Education in Literacy
•Master of Arts in Teaching
•Master of Education in Special Education-Intervention
•Master of Science in Sport and Fitness Administration
•Graduate Certificate in Middle Level Education
•Graduate Certificate in Learning Technologies
•Post-Graduate Certificate in in School Counseling
More information concerning the graduate programs can be obtained by writing:
Graduate Director
Richard W. Riley College of Education, 106 Withers/WTS
Winthrop University
Rock Hill, South Carolina 29733
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Accreditations
The Richard W. Riley College of Education is proud of its accreditations and affiliations. The Teacher Education Program
at Winthrop University is accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE), now known
as the Council for Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP) for the preparation of early childhood, elementary, middle
level, special education, physical education, art, modern languages, music, dance, theatre, and secondary teachers (Biology,
English, Social Studies, and Mathematics) through the Bachelor’s degree. The Athletic Training program is accredited by the
Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CCATE), and the Sport Management program is accredited
by the Commission on Sport Management Accreditation (COSMA). At the graduate level, the Master of Education and the
Master of Arts in Teaching degrees are nationally accredited by NCATE. All teacher education programs are approved by
the South Carolina State Board of Education, and all programs are fully accredited by their specialized professional associations. Recognition by these agencies assures program quality and affords students who complete teacher preparation at
Winthrop University the opportunity to apply for reciprocal certification with a majority of states in the nation.
Academic Advising
Academic advising is an integral part of the learning process at Winthrop University. Faculty in the Richard W.
Riley College of Education regard academic advising as a major responsibility that enhances teaching and campus
life. All students in the College of Education are assigned a faculty adviser. Faculty advisers work with students to
review academic goals and explain how course work and field assignments assist them in attaining their personal and
professional goals. Students have a responsibility to schedule regular appointments with the faculty adviser. Students can
make the most of advising by reading this Catalog and being prepared for discussion of academic goals, responsibilities,
and requirements.
Additionally, the College provides a full-time academic adviser to assist freshmen and transfer students. After an
initial meeting with the academic adviser, a faculty adviser from the student’s chosen discipline of study will be assigned.
The Richard W. Riley College of Education’s academic adviser is located in the Office of Student Academic Services, 144
Withers/WTS, (803) 323-4750.
Prior to course registration, students are required to have the approval of their faculty adviser. Students may change
advisers through a formal request to the appropriate department chair or the Advisement Coordinator.
Professional Education Unit Standards and Core Curriculum
Initial teacher preparation at Winthrop University is built around the central belief that teachers must be able to
demonstrate knowledge, skills, and dispositions that produce learners prepared for 21st century challenges within the
context of a free and democratic society. Through field-focused learning in school partnership settings, candidates
demonstrate evolving skills in the domains of diverse needs of learners, learning environment, technology, assessment,
instruction and learner engagement, literacy, professional behavior, and ethical practice. These domains are embedded
throughout an integrated series of classroom and field experiences involving core and discipline-specific curricula,
grounded in evidence-based practice and professional standards, and designed to support teacher candidates as they
learn about themselves, individual learners, classrooms, and the American school system. Expectations for candidate
professional dispositions include upholding high standards of fairness, integrity, communication, and commitment.
To review the complete Initial Teacher Preparation Unit Standards Framework, visit http://www.winthrop.edu/coe/
default.aspx?id=12866. Students’ progress on each of the organizing Unit Standards and professional dispositions is
assessed as they demonstrate the competencies needed to be effective educators.
The Professional Education Core facilitates students’ achievement of the Unit Standards and provides the curricular
framework for a distinctive school-based, clinical approach to teacher preparation. Within the Core, students engage in
supervised practice applying their developing knowledge and skills.
The Professional Education Core generally consists of:
EDUC 101
EDUC 200
EDUC 220
EDCO 201
EDCO 202
EDCO 305
EDCO 350
EDUC 400/401
EDUC 402/403
EDUC 410
Total Credits
Developing Observation and Analysis Skills
Developmental Sciences and the Context of Poverty
Assessment to Meet Diverse Needs
Supporting the Engl as a Second Lang Stud in the Gen Ed Classrm
Supporting Exceptional & Gifted Learners in the Gen Ed Classrm
Technology in the Inclusive Classroom
Academic & Social Strategies for Estab an Inclusive Classrm Climate
Internship I
Internship II
Education in a Democracy
1
3
2*
2
2*
2
3*
1+
9/10+
2
27-28
*Some programs may have substituted other classes for these courses.
+These courses require participation in a pre-and post-semester orientation that follows the school district
calendar.
NOTE: The College of Education faculty are continuously reviewing and revising curricula to meet the needs of
contemporary schools and changing federal and state requirements. Students applying to Winthrop should be
alert to curricular changes as they occur and how those changes impact their programs.
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Criminal Background and Sex Offender Check Requirement
In order to fulfill South Carolina legislative requirements and related public school policy, all students who
participate in any type of field-based experience (e.g., service learning, observation, tutoring, practicum, internship)
associated with schools or other educational agencies must undergo a name-based South Carolina criminal records search
by the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) and a National Sex Offender Registry check. Students must
show a clear record on both background checks. (Students other than those in EDUC 101 are responsible for obtaining
and providing documentation of the SLED background check to the Office of Clinical and Field Experience.) If a criminal
record is revealed, results are considered on an individual basis to determine whether or not the student should be
placed in the field experience. These decisions are usually made in conjunction with the school district or educational
agency. Typically, students will not be placed in a field-based experience unless court records indicate that the matter
was legally resolved or expunged from the individual’s criminal record history. Winthrop will not place students who
have been convicted of a violent crime as outlined in law, whose names appear in the National Sex Offender Registry,
or who have been required to register as sex offender pursuant to state law. Also, students will not be placed in a
field-based experience if they have been convicted of a felony that would make the student ineligible for a Professional
Teaching Certificate.
A second and more extensive FBI check is required prior to the senior year for undergraduate teacher education
students or the final year for MAT students in order to meet state certification requirements. In order to be placed in field
experience or internship settings at this point, students must show a clear record and no offenses that would make them
ineligible for professional certification.
The College of Education has appropriate processes in place for accomplishing the SLED, FBI, and National Sex
Offender Registry background checks for students. Undergraduates are charged a course fee that pays for the SLED
check, and students pay for the FBI check when they complete the certification application forms. All students who
transfer to Winthrop University and seek teacher certification must complete the SLED check—paying the $35 fee through
the on-line SLED process—and provide written documentation of a clear criminal background prior to enrolling in
any course that requires a field-based experience or internship. The College of Education will conduct all National Sex
Offender Registry checks and ensure that no student with sex offender status is enrolled in a course that requires a fieldbased experience.
Admission to the Teacher Education Program
The Teacher Education Program at Winthrop University may be completed by students enrolled in the Richard W.
Riley College of Education, the College of Arts and Sciences, and the College of Visual and Performing Arts. All students
seeking to complete the Teacher Education Program must meet all admission requirements and be formally admitted
before they are allowed to enroll in restricted professional courses. Any Teacher Education Professional Dispositions and
Skills found will be reviewed prior to admission.
Admission to the Teacher Education Program serves as a critical assessment point under the unit standards.
Admission is granted by the Dean of the Richard W. Riley College of Education or designee who notifies each student of
acceptance into the program. All students seeking admission must meet the following requirements:
1. Attend an information session on admission to Teacher Education before applying to the Teacher Education
Program.
2. Complete a minimum of 45 semester hours, 15 of which must be completed at Winthrop University.
3. Achieve a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.75 for coursework completed at Winthrop.
4. Complete specified core courses with a grade of “C” or better (see adviser for course list).
5. Pass all sections (Reading, Writing and Mathematics) of PRAXIS I or the Core Academic Skills for Educators test, or
satisfy the testing requirement with minimum scores on the SAT, SAT I, or ACT.
6. Submit an Application for Admission to Teacher Education to Student Academic Services that includes:
a) a disclosure statement concerning criminal/unethical conduct including any judicial or disciplinary action
taken while enrolled at Winthrop University or another institution of higher education;
b) evidence of 25 hours of recent, successful, supervised experience working with the age-level student for which
certification is sought, completion of a Teacher Cadet program, or participation in the Teaching Fellows program;
and
c) an admission essay that addresses the student’s understanding of the Initial Teacher Preparation Unit Standards
Framework. Students are required to reflect on the Unit Standards and to provide examples of how their
experiences in general education, education core courses, and field experiences have prepared them
to enter the professional stage of their program.
7. Receive a favorable review from:
• The Director of Student Academic Services;
• A Competency Review Committee comprised of two faculty, one of whom is from the candidate’s major; and
• The Dean of the College of Education.
Continuation in the Teacher Education Program
Candidates admitted to the Teacher Education Program are required to maintain a minimum overall grade point
average of 2.75 and must be in good standing within the university community. Candidates must submit an Internship
application the spring before they begin the Internship I and begin the application process for SC Initial Certification that
includes a background check. Refer to the Student Academic Services website for current fees: http://www.winthrop.
edu/uploadedFiles/coe/sas/CertificationQA.pdf.
Placements in schools for teacher education field experiences, practica, and internships will be within a 60-mile radius
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of the university campus. Travel to and from placements is the student’s responsibility, and the student must assume
liability for any required travel.
Admission to Internship I
All teacher education candidates seeking to enter Internship I must meet all requirements before being allowed to
enroll in EDUC 400/401. Approval is granted by the Dean of the College of Education or designee after the candidate
has met the following requirements:
1. Submission of an Internship I application to the Office of Field and Clinical Experiences.
2. Minimum GPA of 2.75 for coursework completed at Winthrop.
3. A grade of “C” or better in courses designated by the candidate’s program area.
4. Completion of all required pre-requisite courses designated by the candidate’s program area.
5. Completed disclosure statement regarding criminal or unethical conduct.
6. Competency Review indicating satisfactory completion of (a) EDCO 201 and 202 or equivalent courses, (b)
satisfactory performance in the junior field experience including passing scores on the Junior Field Experience Final
Evaluation, and (c) evidence of satisfactory professional dispositions.
8. Receive a favorable review from:
• A Competency Review Committee comprised of the program coordinator and two additional faculty;
• The Department Chair in the candidate’s major; and
• The Director of the Office of Field and Clinical Experiences.
Admission to Internship II
All teacher education candidates seeking to enter Internship II must meet all requirements before being allowed to
enroll in EDUC 402/403. Internship II students are not permitted to take additional coursework beyond the Internship II
course, a program area capstone course, and EDUC 410. Approval is granted by the Dean of the College of Education or
designee after the candidate has met the following requirements:
1. Submission of an Internship II application to the Office of Field and Clinical Experiences.
2. Completion of a minimum of 110 semester hours.
3. Minimum GPA of 2.75 for coursework completed at Winthrop.
4. A grade of “C” or better in courses designated by the candidate’s program area.
5. Completion of all required pre-requisite courses designated by the candidate’s program area.
6. Documentation of passage of Praxis II examinations in the content area of certification. In addition, candidates
seeking certification in French or Spanish must score at the level of Advanced Low on the ACTFL (American Council
on Teaching of Foreign Languages) Oral Proficiency Interview (OPI) before advancing to Internship II.
7. Completed disclosure statement regarding criminal or unethical conduct.
8. Competency Review indicating satisfactory completion of (a) EDCO 305 and 350 or equivalent courses, (b)
satisfactory performance in Internship I including passing scores on the Internship I Final Evaluation, and (c) evidence
of satisfactory professional dispositions.
9. Receive a favorable review from:
• The Competency Review Committee comprised of the program coordinator and two additional faculty;
• Department Chair in the candidate’s major; and
• The Director of the Office of Field and Clinical Experiences.
NOTE: Before beginning full-time internship in the state of South Carolina, a teacher education candidate must obtain a clear
fingerprint/FBI check.
Teacher Education Program Completion
To exit the program, teacher education candidates must meet all degree requirements as well as the following
requirements:
1. Successful completion of a minimum of 120 semester hours with a minimum GPA of 2.75.
2. Passage of EDUC 402/403 - Internship II.
3. Successful completion of a competency review by the program area committee in which the following
documents are reviewed: Internship II Midterm and Final Evaluations, Scored Rubrics for the edTPA assessment,
and if appropriate, a review of Teacher Education Professional Dispositions and Skills Form(s).
4. Receive a favorable review from:
• The Competency Review Committee comprised of the program coordinator and two additional faculty;
• Department Chair in the candidate’s major ; and
• The Director of Clinical Office of Field and Clinical Experiences.
Appeals
Any student wishing to appeal an admission decision, a program requirement, an internship placement issue,
or a certification recommendation issue must make such an appeal in accordance with the policies and procedures
established by the Teacher Education Committee (TEC). Students must obtain a “Petition For Exception” form
from Student Academic Services. Petitions must be completed with accurate information and include supporting
documentation such as a transcript, current course schedule, letters of support, and other appropriate documentation.
Students are strongly urged to develop their petitions with the direct assistance of their faculty advisers. All petitions
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must be signed by the student, the student’s adviser, and the department chair of the student’s major area. The completed
petition is submitted to and endorsed by Student Academic Services. The Appeals Subcommittee reviews the appeal from
the student and makes a recommendation to the Dean of the Richard W. Riley College of Education. Students are then
notified in writing of the Dean’s decision within thirty working days.
PRAXIS II Series
Passage of the PRAXIS II Series content area examinations is required prior to entry into the professional stage for all
candidates in the teacher education program. For the most current PRAXIS information required for test(s) in your content area, visit the South Carolina Department of Education website: http://ed.sc.gov/agency/se/Educator-Services/
Licensure/Required-Examinations.cfm.
Faculty
Professors
A. J. Angulo
Charles J. Bowers
Beth Costner, Associate Dean and Director of Student Academic Services
Mark Dewalt, Chair, Department of Curriculum and Pedagogy
Caroline Everington
Shelley Hamill
Lisa Johnson, Associate Dean and Director of the Rex Institute
Marshall G. Jones, Senior Director of Graduate Studies & Learning Technologies
Carol Marchel
Jennie Rakestraw, Dean
Elke Schneider
Bradley Witzel
Assistant Professors
Associate Professors
Abbigail Armstrong
Judy Britt
Betty Parsons Barger
Kelly M. Costner
Marleah Bouchard
Kathy Davis
Cheryl Fuller
Dan Drane, Chair, Department of Physical Education,
Crystal Glover
Sport and Human Performance
Erin Hamel
Lisa Harris
Walter Hart
Shawnna Helf
Seth Jenny
Jennifer Jordan
Cheryl Mader
Deborah Leach
Alice J. McLaine
Mary B. Martin
Joni Marr
Kavin Ming
Scot Rademaker
Diana Murdock
Carrie Sanders
Linda Pickett
David Schary
Tenisha Powell
Kristi Schoepfer
Carol Shields
Sue Spencer
Pamela Wash, Chair, Department of Counseling, Leadership,
and Educational Studies
David Vawter
Janet Wojcik
Senior Instructor
Melanie Powley
Instructors
Ruth Gaylor
Carolyn Grant
Natalie Hensen
Geoffrey Morrow
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Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education
General Education Courses
ACAD 101
Shared Skills and Proficiencies
Writing and Critical Thinking
WRIT 101, HMXP 102, CRTW 201
Principles of the Learning Academy
Composition; The Human Experience: Who Am I?
Crit Reading, Thinking, & Writing
Met in major with EDUC 401
Met in major with EDCO 305
Met in major with READ 290
See approved list, p. 16; may be met by other req
See approved list, p. 16
Semester Hours
1
Oral Communication
Technology
Intensive Writing
Constitution Requirement
Physical Activity
Thinking CriticallyAcross Disciplines
Global Perspectives
Met in major with EDCI 210
Historical Perspectives
See approved list, p. 16
Introducing Students to Broad Disciplinary Perspectives
Social Science
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
3 hours met in major with EDUC 200
Humanities and Arts
Met in major with VPAS 320 and READ 290
Quantitative Skills and Natural Science (3 courses)
Quantitative Skills
Met in major with MATH 150
Natural Science
See approved list, p. 16; choose 2 lab courses, one in
Physical and one in Earth
Subtotal
Major/Professional Education Sequence
EDUC 101**
Developing Observation and Analysis Skills
EDUC 200**
Developmental Sciences and the Context of Poverty
EDUC 220**
Assessment to Meet Diverse Needs
EDUC 401*
Internship: Understanding Contextual Factors
EDUC 402*
Internship: Assessment and Instruction
EDUC 410**
Education in a Democracy
EDCO 201**
Supporting the Engl as Sec Lang student in Gen Ed Classrm
EDCO 202**
Supporting Exceptional & Gifted Lrnrs in Gen Ed Classroom
EDCO 305**
Technology in the Inclusive Classroom
EDCO 350**
Acad & Social Strat for Estab Inclusive Classrm Climate
EDCI 210**
Home-School-Community Partners with Diverse Families
EDCI 320**
Early Intervention for Special Needs
EDCI 400**
Contemporary Strategies for Curriculum Integration
EDCI 450**
Capstone for Educational Leaders
ECED 300**
Foundations of Early Childhood Education
ECED 350**
Teaching Mathematics in Early Childhood Education
ECED 351**
Teaching Science in Early Childhood Education
ECED 352**
Teaching Social Studies in Early Childhood Education
ECED 392**
Field Exper in Teaching Early Childhood
ECED 395**
Creative Activities for Young Children
ELEM 360**
Teaching Mathematics in the Elementary School
ELEM 361**
Teaching Science in the Elementary School
ELEM 362**
Teaching Social Studies in the Elementary School
ELEM 392**
Field Exper in Teaching Elementary School
HLTH 403**
Health Education Methods for Early Childhood
PESH 203**
Developmental Movement for Young Children
READ 330**
Foundations of Literacy for Early Child & Elem
READ 290**
Children’s Literature
READ 370**
Instructional Methods and Assessment I
READ 380**
Instructional Methods and Assessment II
READ 345**
Content Area Reading and Writing
Content Requirements
MATH 150, 291, 292, 393
Discrete MATH, Data Analysis, & Geo Concepts for Teachers
VPAS 320
Integrated Arts
BIOL 150, 151
Elements of Living Systems, Lab
Total
*A grade of C- or better must be earned.
**A grade of C or better must be earned and this course cannot be taken as S/U.
See pages 16-18 for additional degree requirements.
9*
0
0
0
0-3*
1*
0
3*
3*
0
8*
25-28
98
1
3
2
1
9
2
2
2
2
3
3
2
2
1
3
3
3
3
1
3
3
3
3
1
1
2
3
3
3
3
3
12*
3*
4*
123
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Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education
General Education Courses
ACAD 101
Shared Skills and Proficiencies
Writing and Critical Thinking
WRIT 101, HMXP 102, CRTW 201
Principles of the Learning Academy
Composition; The Human Experience: Who Am I?
Crit Reading, Thinking, & Writing
Met in major with EDUC 401
Met in major with EDCO 305
Met in major with READ 290
See approved list, p. 16; may be met by other req
See approved list, p. 16
Semester Hours
1
Oral Communication
Technology
Intensive Writing
Constitution Requirement
Physical Activity
Thinking CriticallyAcross Disciplines
Global Perspectives
See approved list, p. 16
Historical Perspectives
See approved list, p. 16
Introducing Students to Broad Disciplinary Perspectives
Social Science
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
3 hours met in major with EDUC 200
Humanities and Arts
Met in major with VPAS 320 and READ 290
Quantitative Skills and Natural Science (3 courses)
Quantitative Skills
Met in major with MATH 150
Natural Science
See approved list, p. 16; choose 2 lab courses, one in
Physical and one in Earth
Subtotal
Major/Professional Education Sequence
EDUC 101**
Devloping Observation and Alalysis Skills
EDUC 200**
Developmental Sciences and the Context of Poverty
EDCO 201**
Literacy and the English Language Learner
EDCO 202**
Supporting Exceptional & Gifted Learners
EDUC 220**
Assessment to Meet Diverse Needs
EDUC 401*
Internship: Understanding Contextual Factors
EDUC 402*
Internship: Assessment and Instruction
EDUC 410**
Education in a Democracy
EDCO 305**
Technology in the Inclusive Classroom
EDCO 350**
Acad & Social Strat for Estab Inclusive Classrm Climate
EDCI 400**
Contemporary Strategies for Curriculum Integration
EDCI 450**
Capstone for Educational Leaders
ELEM 293**
Lab Experiences in the Elementary Classroom
ELEM 360**
Teaching Mathematics in the Elementary School
ELEM 361**
Teaching Science in the Elementary School
ELEM 362**
Teaching Social Studies in the Elementary School
ELEM 392**
Field Exper in Teaching Elementary School
ECED 300**
Foundations of Early Childhood Education
ECED 350**
Teaching Mathematics in Early Childhood Education
ECED 351**
Teaching Science in Early Childhood Education
ECED 352**
Teaching Social Studies in Early Childhood Educ
ECED 392**
Field Experience in Teaching Early Childhood
HLTH 303**
Teaching Health Education in Elem School
PESH 261**
Movement Activities for Teachers of Children Ages 6-12
READ 330**
Foundations of Language and Literacy for Early Child & Elem
READ 290**
Children’s Literature
READ 370**
Reading Strategies and Assessment I
READ 380**
Reading Strategies and Assessment II
READ 345**
Content Area Reading
Content Requirements
MATH 150, 291, 292, 393
Discrete MATH, Data Analysis, & Geo Concepts for Teachers
BIOL 150, 151
Elements of Living Systems, Lab
VPAS 320
Integrated Arts
Social Science
Total
*A grade of C- or better must be earned.
**A grade of C or better must be earned and this course cannot be taken as S/U
9*
0
0
0
0-3*
1*
3*
3*
3*
0
8*
28-31
73
1
3
2
2
2
1
9
2
2
3
2
1
2
3
3
3
1
3
3
3
3
1
2
1
3
3
3
3
3
22
12*
4*
3*
3*
123
See pages 16-18 for additional degree requirements.
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Bachelor of Science in Middle Level Education
English/Language Arts (plus additional specialization area)
This degree is designed for students who wish to teach in middle schools. The curriculum of the degree prepares the
middle level educator to teach in two separate content areas. Each student will have a teacher preparation program
in two areas: English/Language Arts , mathematics, science or social studies. Due to the complexity of this degree,
its content areas and general education requirements, students are urged to always receive prior approval from their
advisers before enrolling in any course.
General Education Courses
ACAD 101
Shared Skills and Proficiencies
Writing and Critical Thinking
WRIT 101, HMXP 102, CRTW 201
Principles of the Learning Academy
Composition; The Human Experience: Who Am I?
Crit Reading, Thinking, & Writing
Met in major with EDUC 401
Met in major with EDCO 305
Met in major with MLED 390
See approved list, p. 16; may be met by other req
See approved list, p. 16
Semester Hours
1
Oral Communication
Technology
Intensive Writing
Constitution Requirement
Physical Activity
Thinking CriticallyAcross Disciplines
Global Perspectives
See approved list, p. 16
Historical Perspectives
See approved list, p. 16
Introducing Students to Broad Disciplinary Perspectives
Social Science
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
3 hours met in major with EDUC 200
Humanities and Arts
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
Quantitative Skills and Natural Science (3 courses)
Quantitative Skills
See approved list, p. 16; may be met in the concentration if
if MATH concentration is chosen
Natural Science
See approved list, p. 16; must include a lab science.
If 2 courses must be in 2 different groups: Physical, Earth,
or Life
Subtotal
Major/Professional Education Sequence
EDUC 101**
Developing Observation & Analysis Skills
EDUC 200**
Dev. Sciences & the Context of Poverty
EDUC 220**
Assessment to Meet Diverse Needs
EDUC 401*
Internship I—Contextual Factors
EDUC 402*
Internship II—Assessment and Instruction
EDUC 410**
Education in a Democracy
EDCO 201**
Supporting the Engl as Sec Lang Student in Gen Ed Classrm
EDCO 202**
Supporting Exceptional & Gifted Lrnrs in Gen Ed Classroom
EDCO 305**
Technology in the Inclusive Classroom
EDCO 350**
Acad & Social Strat for Estab Inclusive Classrm Climate
MLED 101
Symposium in Middle Level Education
MLED 300**
Introduction to the Middle School
MLED 310**
Developmental Aspects of Middle Level Learners
MLED 330**
Strategies and Assessment for Middle Level Learners
MLED 331
Field Experience in Middle Level Education
MLED 390
Reflective Teaching in Middle Level Education
MLED 405
Capstone in Middle Level Education
READ 331**
Foundations of Lteracy for Middle Level & Secondary
READ 346**
Content Area Reading and Writing for Middle Level
English/Language Arts Content Concentration (C- or higher required in each course unless otherwise noted)
ENGL Literature
Any appropriate literature course
ENGL 530
Grammar in Theory and Practice
READ 380
Instructional Methods and Assessment II
WRIT 350
Introduction to Composition Theory & Pedagogy
ENGE 519
Adolescent Literature
ENGE 391
Princ of Teaching Engl in Mid & Secondary Schools
9
0
0
0
0-3
1
3
3
3
6
6-12
(3-8)
(3-8)
32-41
45
1
3
2
1
9
2
2
2
2
3
1
3
3
2
1
1
1
3
3
18
3
3
3
3
3
3
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Select from one of the following concentrations: Mathematics, Science, or Social Studies
Mathematics Concentration (C- or higher required in each course unless otherwise noted)
22
MATH 150 (C or better required)
Introduction to Discrete Mathematics
3
MATH 201
Calculus I
4
MATH 291, MATH 292
Basic Num Concepts; Num, Data, & Geom Concepts
6
MATH 393
Algebra, Data Analysis & Geom Concepts for Teachers
3
MATH 341
Statistical Methods
3
MAED 391
Principles of Teaching Mathematics
3
Science Concentration (C- or higher required in each course unless otherwise noted)
18
Sciences (to include at least three designators from BIOL, CHEM, GEOL, and PHYS)
15
SCIE 391
Principles of Teaching Science
3
Social Studies Concentration (C- or higher required in each course unless otherwise noted)
18
Social Studies (to include at least three designators from ANTH, ECON, HIST, PLSC, PSYC and SOCL)
12
HIST 505
History of South Carolina
3
SCST 391
Principles of Teaching Social Studies
3
Electives
0-3
Total
120-126
**A grade of C or better must be earned and this course cannot be taken as S/U
See pages 16-18 for additional degree requirements.
Bachelor of Science in Middle Level Education
Mathematics (plus additional specialization area)
This degree is designed for students who wish to teach in middle schools. The curriculum of the degree prepares the
middle level educator to teach in two separate content areas. Each student will have a teacher preparation program
in two areas: English/Language Arts, mathematics, science or social studies. Due to the complexity of this degree,
its content areas and general education requirements, students are urged to always receive prior approval from their
advisers before enrolling in any course.
General Education Courses
ACAD 101
Shared Skills and Proficiencies
Writing and Critical Thinking
WRIT 101, HMXP 102, CRTW 201
Principles of the Learning Academy
Composition; The Human Experience: Who Am I?
Crit Reading, Thinking, & Writing
Met in major with EDUC 401
Met in major with EDCO 305
Met in major with MLED 390
See approved list, p. 16; may be met by other req
See approved list, p. 16
Semester Hours
1
Oral Communication
Technology
Intensive Writing
Constitution Requirement
Physical Activity
Thinking CriticallyAcross Disciplines
Global Perspectives
See approved list, p. 16
Historical Perspectives
See approved list, p. 16
Introducing Students to Broad Disciplinary Perspectives
Social Science
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
3 hours met in major with EDUC 200
Humanities and Arts
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
Quantitative Skills and Natural Science (3 courses)
Quantitative Skills
Met in concentration with MATH 150 and 201
Natural Science
See approved list, p. 16; must include a lab science.
Subtotal
Major/Professional Education Sequence
EDUC 101**
Developing Observation & Analysis Skills
EDUC 200**
Dev. Sciences & the Context of Poverty
EDUC 220**
Assessment to Meet Diverse Needs
EDUC 401*
Internship I—Contextual Factors
EDUC 402*
Internship II—Assessment and Instruction
EDUC 410**
Education in a Democracy
EDCO 201**
Supporting the Engl as Sec Lang Student in Gen Ed Classrm
EDCO 202**
Supporting Exceptional & Gifted Lrnrs in Gen Ed Classroom
EDCO 305**
Technology in the Inclusive Classroom
9
0
0
0
0-3
1
3
3
3
6
0
3-4
29-33
45
1
3
2
1
9
2
2
2
2
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EDCO 350**
Acad & Social Strat for Estab Inclusive Classrm Climate
3
MLED 101
Symposium in Middle Level Education
1
MLED 300**
Introduction to the Middle School
3
MLED 310**
Developmental Aspects of Middle Level Learners
3
MLED 330**
Strategies and Assessment for Middle Level Learners
2
MLED 331
Field Experience in Middle Level Education
1
MLED 390
Reflective Teaching in Middle Level Education
1
MLED 405
Capstone in Middle Level Education
1
READ 331
Foundations of Lteracy for Middle Level & Secondary
3
READ 346
Content Area Reading and Writing for Middle Level
3
Mathematics Concentration (C- or higher required in each course unless otherwise noted)
22
MATH 150 (C or better required)
Introduction to Discrete Mathematics
3
MATH 201
Calculus I
4
MATH 291, MATH 292
Basic Num Concepts; Num, Data, & Geom Concepts
6
MATH 393
Algebra, Data Analysis & Geom Concepts for Teachers
3
MATH 341
Statistical Methods
3
MAED 391
Principles of Teaching Mathematics
3
Select from one of the following concentrations: English/Language Arts, Science, or Social Studies
English/Language Arts Concentration, see page 80
18
Science Concentration, see page 81
18
Social Studies Concentration, see page 81
18
Electives
2-6
Total
120
*A grade of C or better must be earned.
**A grade of C or better must be earned and this course cannot be taken as S/U
See pages 16-18 for additional degree requirements.
Bachelor of Science in Middle Level Education
Science (plus additional specialization area)
This degree is designed for students who wish to teach in middle schools. The curriculum of the degree prepares the
middle level educator to teach in two separate content areas. Each student will have a teacher preparation program
in two areas: English/Language Arts, mathematics, science or social studies. Due to the complexity of this degree, its
content areas, general education requirements, and lack of electives, students are urged to always receive prior approval
from their advisers before enrolling in any course.
General Education Courses
ACAD 101
Shared Skills and Proficiencies
Writing and Critical Thinking
WRIT 101, HMXP 102, CRTW 201
Principles of the Learning Academy
Composition; The Human Experience: Who Am I?
Crit Reading, Thinking, & Writing
Met in major with EDUC 401
Met in major with EDCO 305
Met in major with MLED 390
See approved list, p. 16; may be met by other req
See approved list, p. 16
Semester Hours
1
Oral Communication
Technology
Intensive Writing
Constitution Requirement
Physical Activity
Thinking CriticallyAcross Disciplines
Global Perspectives
See approved list, p. 16
Historical Perspectives
See approved list, p. 16
Introducing Students to Broad Disciplinary Perspectives
Social Science
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
3 hours met in major with EDUC 200
Humanities and Arts
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
Quantitative Skills and Natural Science (3 courses)
Quantitative Skills
See approved list, p. 16; may be met in the concentration if
if MATH concentration is chosen
Natural Science
See approved list, p. 16; must include a lab science.
If 2 courses must be in 2 different groups: Physical, Earth,
or Life
Subtotal
9
0
0
0
0-3
1
3
3
3
6
9-12
(3-8)
(3-8)
35-41
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Major/Professional Education Sequence
45
EDUC 101**
Developing Observation & Analysis Skills
1
EDUC 200**
Dev. Sciences & the Context of Poverty
3
EDUC 220**
Assessment to Meet Diverse Needs
2
EDUC 401*
Internship I—Contextual Factors
1
EDUC 402*
Internship II—Assessment and Instruction
9
EDUC 410**
Education in a Democracy
2
EDCO 201**
Supporting the Engl as Sec Lang Student in Gen Ed Classrm
2
EDCO 202**
Supporting Exceptional & Gifted Lrnrs in Gen Ed Classroom 2
EDCO 305**
Technology in the Inclusive Classroom
2
EDCO 350**
Acad & Social Strat for Estab Inclusive Classrm Climate
3
MLED 101
Symposium in Middle Level Education
1
MLED 300**
Introduction to the Middle School
3
MLED 310**
Developmental Aspects of Middle Level Learners
3
MLED 330**
Strategies and Assessment for Middle Level Learners
2
MLED 331
Field Experience in Middle Level Education
1
MLED 390
Reflective Teaching in Middle Level Education
1
MLED 405
Capstone in Middle Level Education
1
READ 331**
Foundations of Lteracy for Middle Level & Secondary
3
READ 346**
Content Area Reading and Writing for Middle Level
3
Science Concentration (C- or higher required in each course unless otherwise noted)
18
Sciences (to include at least three designators from BIOL, CHEM, GEOL, and PHYS)
15
SCIE 391
Principles of Teaching Science
3
Select from one of the following concentrations: English/Language Arts, Mathematics, or Social Studies
English/Language Arts Concentration, see page 80
18
Mathematics Concentration, see page 81
22
Social Studies Concentration, see page 81
18
Electives
0-4
Total
120-126
*A grade of C or better must be earned.
**A grade of C or better must be earned and this course cannot be taken as S/U.
See pages 16-18 for additional degree requirements.
Bachelor of Science in Middle Level Education
Social Studies (plus additional specialization area)
This degree is designed for students who wish to teach in middle schools. The curriculum of the degree prepares the
middle level educator to teach in two separate content areas. Each student will have a teacher preparation program in
two areas: English/language arts, mathematics, science or social studies. Due to the complexity of this degree, its content
areas, general education requirements, and lack of electives, students are urged to always receive prior approval from
their advisers before enrolling in any course.
General Education Courses
ACAD 101
Shared Skills and Proficiencies
Writing and Critical Thinking
WRIT 101, HMXP 102, CRTW 201
Principles of the Learning Academy
Composition; The Human Experience: Who Am I?
Crit Reading, Thinking, & Writing
Met in major with EDUC 401
Met in major with EDCO 305
Met in major with MLED 390
See approved list, p. 16; may be met by other req
See approved list, p. 16
Semester Hours
1
Oral Communication
Technology
Intensive Writing
Constitution Requirement
Physical Activity
Thinking CriticallyAcross Disciplines
Global Perspectives
See approved list, p. 16
Historical Perspectives
See approved list, p. 16
Introducing Students to Broad Disciplinary Perspectives
Social Science
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
3 hours met in major with EDUC 200
Humanities and Arts
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
Quantitative Skills and Natural Science (3 courses)
Quantitative Skills
See approved list, p. 16; may be met in the concentration if
if MATH concentration is chosen
9
0
0
0
0-3
1
3
3
3
6
9-12
(3-8)
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See approved list, p. 16; must include a lab science.
(3-8)
If 2 courses must be in 2 different groups: Physical, Earth,
or Life
Subtotal
35-41
Major/Professional Education Sequence
45
EDUC 101**
Developing Observation & Analysis Skills
1
EDUC 200**
Dev. Sciences & the Context of Poverty
3
EDUC 220**
Assessment to Meet Diverse Needs
2
EDUC 401*
Internship I—Contextual Factors
1
EDUC 402*
Internship II—Assessment and Instruction
9
EDUC 410**
Education in a Democracy
2
EDCO 201**
Supporting the Engl as Sec Lang Student in Gen Ed Classrm
2
EDCO 202**
Supporting Exceptional & Gifted Lrnrs in Gen Ed Classroom 2
EDCO 305**
Technology in the Inclusive Classroom
2
EDCO 350**
Acad & Social Strat for Estab Inclusive Classrm Climate
3
MLED 101
Symposium in Middle Level Education
1
MLED 300**
Introduction to the Middle School
3
MLED 310**
Developmental Aspects of Middle Level Learners
3
MLED 330**
Strategies and Assessment for Middle Level Learners
2
MLED 331
Field Experience in Middle Level Education
1
MLED 390
Reflective Teaching in Middle Level Education
1
MLED 405
Capstone in Middle Level Education
1
READ 331**
Foundations of Lteracy for Middle Level & Secondary
3
READ 346**
Content Area Reading and Writing for Middle Level
3
Social Studies Concentration (C- or higher required in each course unless otherwise noted)
18
Social Studies (to include at least three designators from ANTH, ECON, HIST, PLSC, PSYC and SOCL)
12
HIST 505
History of South Carolina
3
SCST 391
Principles of Teaching Social Studies
3
Select from one of the following concentrations: English/Language Arts, Mathematics, or Science
English/Language Arts Concentration, see page 80
18
Mathematics Concentration, see page 81
22
Science Concentration, see page 81
18
Electives
0-4
Total
120-126
*A grade of C or better must be earned.
**A grade of C or better must be earned and this course cannot be taken as S/U.
Natural Science
See pages 16-18 for additional degree requirements.
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Bachelor of Science in Physical Education - Teacher Certification
This degree is designed for students who wish to teach physical education. The curriculum of the degree prepares
physical educators to teach in grades Pre-K through 12. Due to the complexity of this degree, its content areas, general
education requirements, and lack of electives, students are urged to always receive prior approval from their advisers
before enrolling in any course.
General Education Courses
ACAD 101
Shared Skills and Proficiencies
Writing and Critical Thinking
WRIT 101, HMXP 102, CRTW 201
Principles of the Learning Academy
Composition; The Human Experience: Who Am I?
Crit Reading, Thinking, & Writing
Met in Education Sequence with EDUC 401
Met in Education Sequence with EDCO 305
Met in major with PESH 381
See approved list, p. 16; may be met by other req
Met in major with PESH 102
Semester Hours
1
Oral Communication
Technology
Intensive Writing
Constitution Requirement
Physical Activity
Thinking CriticallyAcross Disciplines
Global Perspectives
See approved list, p. 16
Historical Perspectives
See approved list, p. 16
Introducing Students to Broad Disciplinary Perspectives
Social Science
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
3 hours met in Education Sequence with EDUC 200
Humanities and Arts
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
Quantitative Skills and Natural Science (3 courses)
Quantitative Skills
See approved list, p. 16
Natural Science
See approved list, p. 16
One Life Science with lab; second science in different group
Subtotal
Physical Education Major
HLTH 300
Personal & Community Health
HLTH 434
Strategies for Teaching Health K-12
PESH 1xx
Activity (one from Fitness & Conditioning)
PESH 1xx
Activity (one from Aquatic Sports & Activities)
PESH 1xx
Activity (one from Outdoor Activities)
PESH 102
Weight Training
PETE 101
Intro to Teaching P-12 Physical Education
PETE 202
Concepts of Fitness & Exercise
PETE 223
Adventure Facilitation & Leadership
PETE 234
Teaching Invasion Games
PETE 247
Target/Striking/Fielding Games
PETE 248
Teaching Net/Wall Games
PETE 271
Technology in Physical Education
PHED 310
Diversity Issues in Physical Education
PETE 490
Seminar in Teaching Physical Education
PETE 512**
Skill Themes & Movement Concepts
PETE 550
Adapted Physical Activity and Sport
PETE 566**
Elementary Phys Ed Teaching Methods
PETE 590
Assessment in Physical Education
PETE 591**
Secondary Phys Ed Teaching Methods
PESH 201
First Aid and CPR
PESH 242
Motor Learning and Control
PESH 381
Research Methods in Phys Activ & Sports Mgmt
EXSC 382
Biomechanics
EXSC 384
Exercise Physiology
EXSC 385
Exercise Physiology Lab
Professional Education Sequence
EDUC101**
Developing Observation and Analysis Skills
EDUC 200**
Developmental Sciences and the Context of Poverty
EDUC 220**
Assessment to Meet Diverse Needs
EDUC 401*
Internship: Understanding Contextual Factors
EDUC 402*
Internship: Assessment and Instruction
9
0
0
0
0-3
0
3
3
3
6
3-4
6-8
34-40
59
3
3
1
1
1
1
3
2
2
2
2
2
3
2
2
3
3
3
3
3
1
3
3
3
3
1
33
1
3
2
1
9
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EDUC 410**
Education in a Democracy
2
EDCO 201**
Literacy and the English Language Learner
2
EDCO 202**
Supporting the Student with Disabilities
2
EDCO 305**
Technology in the Inclusive Classroom
2
EDCO 350**
Acad & Soc Strat for Estab Inclusive Classroom Climate
3
READ 331**
Foundations of Literacy for Middle & Second Students
3
READ 346**
Content Area Reading & Writing for Middle & Second Stu
3
Total
126
**C or better must be earned and cannot be taken on the S/U basis.
After 30 hours, all teacher candidates must meet the following requirements:
1. A “C” or better in PETE 512 and EDUC 101.
2. Take the PRAXIS I examination. A passing score will not be required on PRAXIS I until the teacher candidate
applies for formal admission into the College of Education.
3. Achieve and maintain the healthy zones in aerobic capacity (Pacer Test or Mile run), muscular strength and
endurance (curl-up), flexibility (sit & reach), and upper body strength and endurance (push-up & modified push-up)
as measured by Fitnessgram.**
4. Demonstrate the six fundamental movement skills at the proficiency level as measured by Departmental
rubrics.**
5. Complete an application for Continuation in the Teacher Certification program.
Before enrolling in EDUC 402 and PETE 490, teacher candidates must:
1. Achieve a C or better in PETE 566 and 591
2. Pass Praxis II: Physical Education Content and Design (0095/5095).
In addition to the above requirements, all requirements must be met for initial admission to the Richard W. Riley College
of Education.
**Accommodations will be made for teacher candidates with documented physical disabilities.
See pages 16-18 for additional degree requirements.
Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training
General Education Courses
ACAD 101
Shared Skills and Proficiencies
Writing and Critical Thinking
WRIT 101, HMXP 102, CRTW 201
Principles of the Learning Academy
Composition; The Human Experience: Who Am I?
Crit Reading, Thinking, & Writing
See approved list, p. 16; may be met by other req
See approved list, p. 16; may be met by other req
Met in major with PESH 381
See approved list, p. 16; may be met by other req
Met in major with PESH 102
Oral Communication
Technology
Intensive Writing
Constitution Requirement
Physical Activity
Thinking CriticallyAcross Disciplines
Global Perspectives
See approved list, p. 16
Historical Perspectives
See approved list, p. 16
Introducing Students to Broad Disciplinary Perspectives
Social Science
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
PSYC 101
General Psychology
Humanities and Arts
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
Quantitative Skills and Natural Science
Quantitative Skills
See approved list, p. 16;
Natural Science
3 hours met in Major with NUTR 221
See approved list, p. 16; must be Earth or Physical Sci
Subtotal
Athletic Training Core
BIOL 307
Human Anatomy
BIOL 308
Human Physiology
HLTH 300
Personal & Comm Health
PESH 242
Motor Learning & Control
PESH 102
Weight Training
PESH 201
First Aid
PESH 381
Research Methods in Phys Activity & Sports Mgmt
EXSC 382
Biomechanics
Semester Hours
1
9
0-3
0-3
0
0-3
0
3
3
3
3
6
3-4
3
34-44
85
4
4
3
3
1
1
3
3
86
EXSC 384
EXSC 385
EXSC 401
EXSC 465
EXSC 480
NUTR 221
ATRN 151
ATRN 152
ATRN 201
ATRN 202
ATRN 301
ATRN 302
ATRN 310
ATRN 311
ATRN 320
ATRN 321
ATRN 330
ATRN 331
ATRN 350
ATRN 351
ATRN 361
ATRN 381
ATRN 401
ATRN 402
ATRN 450
ATRN 451
ATRN 480
ATRN 510
ATRN 563
SPMA 501
Electives
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RICHARD W. RILEY COLLEGE OF EDUCATION--ATHLETIC TRAINING
Exercise Physiology
3
Exercise Physiology I Lab
1
Psychology of Sport & Phys Activity
3
Strength Training & Conditioning
3
Exercise Testing & Prescription
3
Human Nutrition
3
Foundations of Athletic Training
3
Foundations of Athletic Training Lab
1
Clinical Observations in Ath Training
1
Clinical Experience in Ath Training I
2
Clinical Experience in Ath Training II
2
Clinical Exper in Ath Training III
2
Asses of Ath Inj & Illness: Lower Extrem
2
Asses of Ath Inj & Illness: Lower Extrem Lab
1
Asses of Ath Inj & Illness: Upper Extrem
2
Asses of Ath Inj & Illness: Upper Extrem Lab
1
Asses of Ath Inj & Illness: Head/Trunk
2
Asses of Ath Inj & Illness: Head/Trunk Lab
1
Therapeutic Modalities for Athletic Training
2
Therapeutic Modalities for Athletic Training Lab
1
Advanced Emergency Care
2
Advanced Taping Lab
1
Clinical Experience in Ath Training IV
3
Clinical Exper in Ath Training V
3
Therapeutic Exer & Rehab for Ath Training
2
Therapeutic Exer & Rehab for Ath Training Lab
1
Capstone in Athletic Training
3
Pharmacology for Athletic Training
3
Medical Aspects of Sport & Related Inj
3
Org & Admin of Physicla Education & Sport
3
0-4
120-128
ATHLETIC TRAINING ADMISSIONS CRITERIA
All students seeking to complete the Clinical Stage of the ATEP must meet all admission requirements and be formally
admitted before they are allowed to enroll in clincial experience courses.
Transfer students must request a review of their transcripts. Appropriate transfer courses will be accepted if deemed
equivalent by Winthrop University admissions and academic personnel. Transfer students who are admitted into the
ATEP will be required to complete all of the clinical education components at Winthrop University.
Admission into the Clinical Stage of the WU-ATEP is a competitive process. Completing the application requirements
does not guarantee admission into the ATEP. The ATEP is bound by accreditation standards to maintain strict ratios
between athletic training students and clinical instructors and to assure that all athletic training students can meet
rigorous technical standards. It is possible that a student might fulfill the application requirements and be denied
admission into the WU-ATEP.
All applicants for admission into the Clinical Stage of the ATEP must meet the following requirements:
1. Complete a minimum of 30 semester hours.
2. Achieve a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.5 for all coursework and a minimum cumulative grade
point average of 2.75 for all coursework in the athletic training core.
3. Complete the following Athletic Training core courses with a grade of “C” or better in each course: ATRN 151,
152, and PESH 201.
4. Complete BIOL 307 or 308 (or equivalent)
—Students who do not earn a grade of “C-” or better may be given probationary status in the ATEP.
5. Complete a minimum of 75 hours of directed observation with certified Athletic Trainers. At least 25 of the hours
must be done in an athletic training setting outside of Winthrop University.
6. Submit an Application for Admission to the Athletic Training Education Program to the Program Director (PD)
that includes:
a.
official transcripts from all institutions of higher education attended.
b.
WU-ATEP application form.
c.
an admission essay that documents the student’s growth toward becoming an allied health professional.
d.
two letters of recommendation; one should be from a certified athletic trainer.
e.
log which documents 75 observation hours.
7. Undergo a standardized interview with the Admission Selection Committee comprised of the Program Director,
Clinical Coordinator, Winthrop University Head Athletic Trainer, Winthrop University Assistant Athletic Trainer,
one off-campus preceptor (when available), and two current athletic training students.
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Continuation in the Athletic Training Education Program
Candidates admitted into the ATEP are required to maintain a minimum overall grade point average of 2.5, a minimum
grade point average of 2.75 for all coursework in the athletic training core, and must be in good standing within the
University community.
Athletic Training Education Program Completion
To exit the ATEP, athletic training candidates must meet all degree requirements as well as the following requirements:
1. Successful completion of a minimum of 120 semester hours with a minimum GPA of 2.5.
2. Completion of the athletic training core with a minimum GPA of 2.75.
3. Completion of BIOL 307 and BIOL 308 (or equivalent) with a minimum grade of “C-” in each.
4. Successful completion of a competency and proficiency review by the Program Director, Clinical Coordinator, and one
preceptor.
Appeals
Students denied admission to the WU-ATEP and/or dismissed from the WU-ATEP may appeal to the selection
committee in the following steps:
1. Submit a letter of appeal to the Program Director and the Chair of the Department of Physical Education, Sport and
Human Performance. The letter should detail how the student believes he/she has met the appropriate criteria.
2. Each appeal will be reviewed by an appeals committee comprised of the Chair of the Department of Physical
Education, Sport and Human Performance and two faculty members of the Chair’s choice.
3. Upon review of the appeal, the Appeals Committee may request input from the selection committee and the
student may request an open discussion with the Appeals Committee to explain his/her position.
4. The Appeals Committee will submit a written document to the student and to the Program Director, regarding the
decision on the student’s status.
5. All Appeals Committee decisions remain confidential and final.
See pages 16-18 for additional degree requirements.
Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science
General Education Courses
ACAD 101
Shared Skills and Proficiencies
Writing and Critical Thinking
WRIT 101, HMXP 102, CRTW 201
Principles of the Learning Academy
Composition; The Human Experience: Who Am I?
Crit Reading, Thinking, & Writing
See approved list, p. 16
Semester Hours
1
Oral Communication
Technology
CSCI 101 and 3 from CSCI 101A, B, C, F or P Intro to Comp & Information Processing & Labs
Intensive Writing
Met in major with PESH 381
Constitution Requirement
See approved list, p. 16; may be met by other req
Physical Activity
Met in major with PESH 102
Thinking CriticallyAcross Disciplines
Global Perspectives
See approved list, p. 16
Historical Perspectives
See approved list, p. 16
Introducing Students to Broad Disciplinary Perspectives
Social Science
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
3 hours met in major with PSYC 101
Humanities and Arts
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
Quantitative Skills and Natural Science (3 courses)
Quantitative Skills
See approved list, p. 16
Natural Science
Met in major with BIOL 203/204 & CHEM 105
Subtotal
Exercise Science Core
EXSC 101
Intro to Exercise Science
EXSC 484/486
Exercise Physiology II and Lab
EXSC 511
Physical Activity for Special & Aging Populations
EXSC 492
Certification Seminar in Exercise Science
EXSC 494
Portfolio in Exercise Science
EXSC 496
Internship
HLTH 300
Personal & Comm Health
HLTH 406
Exercise & Health Promotion
EXSC 208 or 231
Weight Control Through Diet & Exercise; Fitness For Life
9
3
3
0
0-3
0
3
3
3
6
3-4
0
34-37
61
3
4
3
1
2
9
3
3
2
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PESH 102
Weight Training
1
PESH 242
Motor Learning & Control
3
PESH 201
First Aid & CPR
1
PESH 381
Research Methods in Phys Activity & Sports Mgmt
3
EXSC 382
Biomechanics
3
EXSC 384
Exercise Physiology I
3
EXSC 385
Exercise Physiology I Lab
1
EXSC 401
Psychology of Sport and Physical Activity
3
EXSC 465
Strength & Conditioning
3
EXSC 480
Exercise Testing & Prescription
3
EXSC 481
Exercise Testing & Prescription Lab
1
PSYC 101
General Psychology
3
SPMA 501
Admin of Sport and Phys Ed Programs
3
Scientific Foundation Core
19
BIOL 203/204
Principles of Biology & Lab
4
BIOL 307
Anatomy
4
BIOL 308
Human Physiology
4
NUTR 221
Food & Nutrition
3
CHEM 105
General Chemistry I
4
Electives
3-6
Total
120
All students seeking Junior level acceptance to the Exercise Science (EXSC) Program must be formally admitted before
they are allowed to continue in the advanced EXSC courses or go on Internship.
Transfer students will undergo a review of their transcripts. Appropriate transfer courses will be accepted if deemed
equivalent by Winthrop University Admissions, College of Education, and EXSC faculty.
Exercise Science Admissions Criteria
After 30 hours, all exercise science majors must have a minimum 2.25 cumulative GPA in all undergraduate
coursework at Winthrop. All students seeking Junior level acceptance to the Exercise Science (EXSC) Program must be
formally admitted before they are allowed to continue in the advanced EXSC courses or enroll in the Internship semester.
All applicants for admission into the EXSC Program must meet the following requirements:
1. Complete a minimum of 60 semester hours. Transfer students with 60 hours will be evaluated after one semester
coursework at Winthrop.
2. Achieve a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.5 for all coursework. .
3. Complete or enroll in BIOL 307 or BIOL 308 (or equivalent). Students who do not earn a grade of “C-” or better may
be given probationary status in EXSC.
4. Submit an Application packet for admission to the EXSC Program to the Program Director (PD) March 15 or October 15
that includes:
a. EXSC application form.
b. an admission essay (500 words, 2 pages double spaced in Times New Roman 12 point font) that details the
student’s careers goals and current progress towards these career goals.
c. two professional letters of recommendation.
5. Undergo a standardized interview with the Admission Selection Committee comprised of the Program Director, one
additional EXSC faculty member, one off-campus exercise scientist or other allied health professional (when available),
and two current EXSC students (when available).
Continuation in the EXSC Program
For admission to EXSC internship:
Completion of BIOL 307 and 308 with labs with “C-” or better.
Minimum of 2.5 cumulative GPA.
Formal acceptance into EXSC Program
Advisor and program approval.
For Graduation:
1. Minimum of 2.5 cumulative GPA.
2. Completion of all internship required hours and supporting documents (EXSC 494/496).
3. Take national NCCA-accredited B.S. level certification exam (EXSC 492)
1.
2.
3.
4.
Appeals
Students denied admission to EXSC and/or dismissed from EXSC may appeal to the selection committee in the
following steps:
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1. Submit a letter of appeal to the Program Director and the Chair of the Department of Physical Education, Sport, and
Human Performance. The letter should detail how the student believes he/she has met the appropriate criteria.
2. Each appeal will be reviewed by an appeals committee comprised of the Chair of the Department and two faculty
members of the Chair’s choice.
3. Upon review of the appeal, the Appeals Committee may request input from the selection committee and the student
may request in writing an open discussion with the Appeals Committee to explain his/her position.
4. The Appeals Committee will submit a written document to the student and to the Program Director, regarding the
decision on the student’s status.
5. All Appeals Committee decisions remain confidential and final.
See pages 16-18 for additional degree requirements.
Bachelor of Science - Sport Management
General Education Courses
ACAD 101
Shared Skills and Proficiencies
Writing and Critical Thinking
WRIT 101, HMXP 102, CRTW 201
Principles of the Learning Academy
Composition; The Human Experience: Who Am I?
Crit Reading, Thinking, & Writing
Oral Communication
SPCH 201
Public Speaking
Technology
CSCI 101 & 3 from CSCI 101A, B, C or P
Intro to Comp & Information processing
Intensive Writing
Met in major with PHED 381
Constitution Requirement
See approved list, p. 16; may be met by other req
Physical Activity
See approved list, p. 16
Thinking CriticallyAcross Disciplines
Global Perspectives
See approved list, p. 16
Historical Perspectives
See approved list, p. 16
Introducing Students to Broad Disciplinary Perspectives
Social Science
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
ECON 103 or 215
Intro to Political Economy, Prin of Microeconomics
Humanities and Arts
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
Quantitative Skills and Natural Science (3 courses)
Quantitative Skills
See approved list, p. 16
Natural Science
See approved list, p. 16; [Must include a lab science.
If 2 courses taken, must be in 2 different groups:
Life, Physical, Earth].
Subtotal
Major Requirements
ACCT 280
Intro to Financial Accounting
BADM 510
Sport Law
FINC 410
Sport Budget & Finance
MGMT 321
Management and Leadership
MGMT 422
Human Resources for Sport Management
MTKG 380
Principles of Marketing
MTKG 483
Sales & Relationship Marketing
MTKG 484
Sport Marketing
PESH 381
Research Methods in Phys Activity & Sports Mgmt
PHED 525
Risk Management In Physical Activity & Sport
SPMA 101
Introduction to Sport Management
SPMA 200
Sport Governance and Ethics
SPMA 235
Sport Event and Facility Management
SPMA 355
Research & Writing in Sport Management
SPMA 392
Field Work in Sport Management
SPMA 398
Seminar in Sport Management
SPMA 425
Global & Behav Perspect in Sport
SPMA 501
Administration of Sport Organizations
SPMA 496
Internship in Sport Management
SPMA 494
Sport Management Portfolio
Electives
Total
Semester Hours
1
9
3
3
0
0-3
1
3
3
3
3
6
9-12
(3-8)
(3-8)
47-53
64
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
1
3
3
10
2
3-9
120
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All applicants into the Sport Management Program must meet the following requirements:
Admission Criteria
1. 2.75 overall GPA at time of application. Student must maintain 2.75 throughout his or her academic career to
complete the degree.
2. Complete with a “C” or higher: SPMA 101, SPMA 235, SPMA 200, WRIT 101, HMXP 102, ACCT 280
3. Completion of 9 cultural events
4. Completion of a quantitative skills course
5. Completion of 45 semester hours
Admission Process
The Application for Admission to the Sport Management Program must include the following:
1. Application Form (available online)
2. Current resume
3. One page written statement that includes professional goals, recent accomplishments, and reason for choice of
major
Traditional Students:
Each student must submit an Application for Admission to the Sport Management Program to the Coordinator of Sport
Management. Applications may be submitted during any of the following submission periods:
a.
October 15th (decision made by November 1st)
b.
March 15th (decision made by April 1st)
c.
July 15th (decision made by August 1st)
Students may apply to the program at any time after earning 45 credits; however, students must apply by the time
they have completed 60 credits of coursework. Students will either be fully admitted; admitted conditionally (pending
semester grades); or denied with an opportunity to reapply after completing 15 additional credits of coursework, not to
include courses in the SPMA degree.
Students who are fully admitted may register for upper level courses in the sport management major without
restriction. Students who are admitted conditionally will undergo a subsequent grade review at the conclusion of the
next full semester. A student admitted conditionally will be allowed to take no more than 6 credits of courses in the
SPMA degree program during the review semester, not to include SPMA 355. Students who are denied may not take any
sport management courses until receiving either full or conditional acceptance.
All students will receive a letter indicating application result. This letter will indicate that if at any point a student falls
below the required grade point average, he/she will be placed on probation for one semester. If after the probationary
semester, the grade point average is not satisfied, the student will be discontinued from the major for a minimum of one
semester. Re-application will be granted only after the grade point average is raised. If the grade point average falls
below the requirement a second time, the student will be permanently discontinued.
Transfer Students:
Each student must submit an Application for Admission to the Sport Management Program to the Coordinator of Sport
Management. Transfer students entering Winthrop with 54 or more credits must apply for admission during the first
application period after their start date. Also, in certain circumstances, the Coordinator of Sport Management may review
an application in a non-submission period. Submission periods are as follows:
a.
October 15th (decision made by November 1st)
b.
March 15th (decision made by April 1st)
c.
July 15th (decision made by August 1st)
External transfer students may use a GPA from a transferring institution to meet the admission criteria. The cultural
event requirement is waived for external transfer students. All other transfer students will follow the same process as
traditional students.
Students who elect to major in Sport Management and then decide to switch majors may not reenter into any Sport
Management Core courses for a period of one semester. (The summer semester may not be counted as the one semester
wait period). Once a student has dropped the Sport Management major, a wait period of one semester shall occur before
the student can reenter into any Sport Management Core courses. At the end of one semester where the student is not
a Sport Management major, students may reenter the Sport Management Core courses provided they have satisfied all
SPMA admission criteria, applied or reapplied for SPMA Program admission, and been formally accepted into the SPMA
Program.
See pages 16-18 for additional degree requirements.
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Bachelor of Science in Special Education (Learning/Emotional Disabilities)
General Education Courses
ACAD 101
Shared Skills and Proficiencies
Writing and Critical Thinking
WRIT 101, HMXP 102, CRTW 201
Principles of the Learning Academy
Composition; The Human Experience: Who Am I?
Crit Reading, Thinking, & Writing
Met in major with SPED 391
Met in major with EDCO 305
Met in major with SPED 585
See approved list, p. 16; may be met by other req
See approved list, p. 16
Semester Hours
1
Oral Communication
Technology
Intensive Writing
Constitution Requirement
Physical Activity
Thinking CriticallyAcross Disciplines
Global Perspectives
See approved list, p. 16
Historical Perspectives
See approved list, p. 16
Introducing Students to Broad Disciplinary Perspectives
Social Science
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
3 hours met in major with EDUC 200
Humanities and Arts
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
3 hours met in major with VPAS 320
Quantitative Skills and Natural Science (3 courses)
Quantitative Skills
Met in major with MATH 150
Natural Science
See approved list, p. 16; must include a lab science.
Courses must be in 2 different groups: Physical, Earth, or Life
Subtotal
Major/Professional Education Sequence
EDUC 101**
Observation and Analysis
EDUC 200**
Developmental Sciences and Context of Poverty
EDUC 220**
Assessment to Meet Diverse Needs
EDUC 401*
Internship I: Contextual Factors
EDUC 402*
Internship II: Assessment and Instruction
EDUC 410**
Education in a Democracy
EDCO 201**
Supporting the Engl as Second Lang Lrner in Gen Ed Classrm
EDCO 305**
Technology in the Inclusive Classroom
ELEM 360**
Teaching Math in the Elementary School
ELEM 361**
Teaching Science in the Elementary School
ELEM 362**
Teaching Social Studies in the Elementary School
READ 330**
Foundations of Literacy
READ 370*
Instructional Methods and Assessment I
READ 380**
Instructional Methods and Assessment II
READ 345**
Content Area Reading and Writing
SPED 281**
Introduction to Special Education
SPED 292**
Lab Exp with Exceptional Children
SPED 390*
Field Experience in Special Education
SPED 391**
Assessment
SPED 401**
Professional Ethics in Special Education
SPED 561**
Characteristics of Child with Learn Disabilities
SPED 582**
Intellectual Disabilities: Characteristics and Needs
SPED 583**
Child with Emot/Behav Problems
SPED 585**
Intro Acad & Behavioral Meth in ED, LD, MD & SD
SPED 586**
Advanced Academic & Behavioral Methods in ED, LD
SPED 510**
PBIS for the Classroom Teacher
SPED 515**
Consultation & Collaboration in General and Spec Ed
Content Requirements (C- or better required)
MATH 150, 291, 292, 393
Discrete MATH, Data Analysis, & Geo Concepts for Teachers
VPAS 320
Integrated Arts
Total
*A grade of C or better must be earned.
**A grade of C or better must be earned and this course cannot be taken as S/U
9
0
0
0
0-3
1
3
3
3
3
6-8
29-34
90
1
3
2
1
9
2
2
2
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
1
3
1
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
12
3
120-124
See pages 16-18 for additional degree requirements.
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Bachelor of Science in Special Education (Mental/Severe Disabilities)
General Education Courses
ACAD 101
Shared Skills and Proficiencies
Writing and Critical Thinking
WRIT 101, HMXP 102, CRTW 201
Principles of the Learning Academy
Composition; The Human Experience: Who Am I?
Crit Reading, Thinking, & Writing
Met in major with SPED 391
Met in major with EDCO 305
Met in major with SPED 585
See approved list, p. 16; may be met by other req
See approved list, p. 16
Semester Hours
1
Oral Communication
Technology
Intensive Writing
Constitution Requirement
Physical Activity
Thinking CriticallyAcross Disciplines
Global Perspectives
See approved list, p. 16
Historical Perspectives
See approved list, p. 16
Introducing Students to Broad Disciplinary Perspectives
Social Science
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
3 hours met in major with EDUC 200
Humanities and Arts
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
3 hours met in major with VPAS 320
Quantitative Skills and Natural Science (3 courses)
Quantitative Skills
Met in major with MATH 150
Natural Science
See approved list, p. 16; must include a lab science.
Courses must be in 2 different groups: Physical, Earth, or Life
Subtotal
Major/Professional Education Sequence
EDUC 101**
Observation and Analysis
EDUC 200**
Developmental Sciences and Context of Poverty
EDUC 220**
Assessment of Diverse Needs
EDUC 401*
Internship I: Contextual Factors
EDUC 402*
Internship II: Assessment and Instruction
EDUC 410**
Education in a Democracy
EDCO 201**
Supporting the Engl as Second Lang Lrner in Gen Ed Classrm
EDCO 305**
Technology in the Inclusive Classroom
ELEM 360**
Teaching Math in the Elementary School
ELEM 361**
Teaching Science in the Elementary School
ELEM 362**
Teaching Social Studies in the Elementary School
READ 330**
Foundations of Literacy
READ 370**
Reading and Writing Exp Methods I
READ 380**
Reading and Writing Exp Methods II
READ 345**
Content Area Reading and Writing
SPED 281**
Introduction to Special Education
SPED 293**
Lab Exp with Learners with Autism Spectrum Disorders
SPED 390
Field Experience in Special Education
SPED 391**
Assessment
SPED 401**
Professional Ethics in Special Education
SPED 415**
Transition from Early Child to Adult for Indiv with Disabil
SPED 510**
PBIS for the Classroom Teacher
SPED 515**
Consultation and Collaboration in Special and Gen Educ
SPED 561**
Characteristics of Child with Learn Disabilities
SPED 575**
Educational Procedures for Students with MD & SD
SPED 582**
Intellectual Disabilities
SPED 585**
Intro Academic and Behavioral Methods in ED,LD,MD,SD
Content Requirements (C- or better required)
MATH 150, 291, 292, 393
Discrete MATH, Data Analysis, & Geo Concepts for Teachers
VPAS 320
Integrated Arts
Electives
Total
*A grade of C or better must be earned.
**A grade of C or better must be earned and this course cannot be taken as S/U
9
0
0
0
0-3
1
3
3
3
3
0
6-8
29-34
90
1
3
2
1
9
2
2
2
3
3
3
2
3
3
3
3
3
1
3
1
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
12
3
0-1
120-124
See pages 16-18 for additional degree requirements.
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Bachelor of Science - Family and Consumer Sciences
General Education Courses
ACAD 101
Shared Skills and Proficiencies
Writing and Critical Thinking
WRIT 101, HMXP 102, CRTW 201
Principles of the Learning Academy
Composition; The Human Experience: Who Am I?
Crit Reading, Thinking, & Writing
Met in major with FACS 573
Semester Hours
1
Oral Communication
Technology
CSCI 101 & 3 from 101A-N
Intro to Comp Info Processing & labs
Intensive Writing
See approved list, p. 16
Constitution Requirement
See approved list, p. 16; may be met by other req
Physical Activity
See approved list, p. 16
Thinking CriticallyAcross Disciplines
Global Perspectives
Met in major with EDCI 210
Historical Perspectives
See approved list, p. 16
Introducing Students to Broad Disciplinary Perspectives
Social Science
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
SOCL 201
Principles of Sociology
Humanities and Arts
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
Quantitative Skills and Natural Science (3 courses)
Quantitative Skills
See approved list, p. 16
Natural Science
See approved list, p. 16 [Must include a lab science. If 2
courses taken, must be in 2 different groups:
Life, Physical, Earth].
Subtotal
Professional Courses (C or better required in each course and cannot be taken on the S/U basis)
FACS 101
Introduction to Family and Consumer Sciences
FACS 211
Product Construction and Design
FACS 350
Parenting Throughout the Lifespan
FACS 401
Consumer Economics
FACS 495
Internship in Family and Consumer Sciences
FACS 500
Family Life Education
FACS 501
Residential Technology
FACS 502
Family Resource Management
FACS 573
Career Education
EDCI 210
Home-School Comm Partnerships with Diverse Families
NUTR 221
Food and Nutrition
NUTR 231
Food Composition
NUTR 232
Food Composition Laboratory
SOCL 305
Marriage and Family
Specialization
Electives
Total
Specializations:
9
0
3
3
3
0-3
1
0
3
3
3
6
9-12
(3-8)
(3-8)
41-47
41
1
3
3
3
6
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
1
3
17-18
14-21
120
Adolescent Studies
EDUC 200
HLTH 300
HLTH 501
PSYC 213
SOCL 314
SOCL 332
Developmental Sciences and the Context of Poverty
Personal & Community Health
Substance Abuse Education
Abnormal Psychology
Race and Ethnic Relations
Sociology of Conflict and Conflict Resolution
18
3
3
3
3
3
3
Consumer Studies
ENTR 373
MCOM 241
MCOM 370
MGMT 321
MGMT 355
SUST 102
Introduction to Entrepreneurship
Media Writing
Principles of Public Relations
Management and Leadership
Business Communication & Professional Development
Intro to Sustainability
18
3
3
3
3
3
3
94
Early Childhood Studies
ECED 300
ECED 395
EDCI 320
EDUC 200
SPED 281
SPED 510 or 561
RICHARD W. RILEY COLLEGE OF EDUCATION--FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCES
17
Foundations of Early Childhood Education
3
Creative Activities for Young Children
3
Early Intervention for Young Children with Special Needs
2
Developmental Sciences and the Context of Poverty
3
Introduction to Special Education
3
PBIS for the Classroom Teach, Child with Learning Disabilities 3
1. Entering freshmen can declare Family and Consumer Sciences as a major.
2. All Family and Consumer Sciences students must achieve a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.5
prior to registering for any Family and Consumer Sciences courses except FACS 101.
3. All Family and Consumer Sciences students must select a specialization—Adolescent Studies, Consumer
Studies, or Early Childhood Studies.
Additional Requirements:
1. Students must meet all University requirements and earn a cumulative grade point average of 2.5 or greater in
order to graduate.
2. The following courses are restricted to Family and Consumer Sciences majors or minors in good standing (a 2.5
minimum cumulative grade point average) or with permission of the instructor: FACS 211, 350, 401, 495, 500, 501,
502 and 573.
3. Students must complete a minimum of 40 hours of courses numbered above 299. In order to meet this
University requirement, students may have to take courses above 299 as their electives.
See pages 16-18 for additional degree requirements.
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The College of Visual and Performing Arts
David Wohl, Dean
Andrew Vorder Bruegge, Acting Assistant Dean and Director of Graduate Studies
Anna Fredericks, Student Services Coordinator
The College of Visual and Performing Arts provides professional programs for students preparing for careers in the
arts and contributes to the arts education of all Winthrop University students.
The College of Visual and Performing Arts is one of only seventeen university arts programs in the nation accredited
in all of the arts domains. The College draws on the extensive resources of the University and the Charlotte region of
the Carolinas to provide an outstanding milieu conducive to the development of arts professionals. Our students have
transformative and inspiring experiences in a first-class environment that includes advanced technology laboratories in
all the arts, contemporary dance studios, traditional and experimental theatre spaces, an unparalleled music conservatory,
and studios in the diverse disciplines of the visual arts. The arts degree programs combine the best of the time-honored
academy traditions and the most current and prescient ideas in the arts with the liberal arts education of a comprehensive
university.
All professional programs have strong general education components designed to strengthen student understanding of
the relationship of the arts to the broader contexts of history and culture as well as the social and physical sciences.
Programs of the College of Visual and Performing Arts serve to enrich the cultural opportunities for all Winthrop University students and the citizens of the Charlotte region of South Carolina and North Carolina.
The College has four departments: Fine Arts, Design, Music, and Theatre and Dance. Each department offers students
a wide variety of major concentrations as well as minor programs for those students with primary interests in disciplines
outside of the College. The College of Visual and Performing Arts offers the following majors which are described in
detail under the departmental headings:
Bachelor of Arts Degree: art, art education, art history, dance, dance education, music, theatre (performance and
design/technical theatre, and musical theatre), and theatre education
Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree: art (ceramics, general studio, painting, photography, printmaking, jewelry/metals,
sculpture), interior design and visual communication design (graphic design and illustration)
Bachelor of Music Degree: performance, composition
Bachelor of Music Education Degree: choral certification (K-12), instrumental certification (K-12)
Graduate Degree Programs:
Master of Arts: arts administration
Master of Fine Arts: Studio Art
Master of Music: conducting, performance
Master of Music Education
Master of Arts in Teaching: initial certification in music, dance, theatre and art through the College of Education
Graduate Certificate: Arts Administration
The ABC Project
The Arts in Basic Curriculum (ABC) Project is a statewide collaborative initiative begun in 1987 whose goal is to ensure
that every child in South Carolina, from pre-school through college levels, has access to a quality, comprehensive education in the arts, including dance, theatre, music, visual arts, and creative writing. Cooperatively directed by the South
Carolina Arts Commission, the South Carolina Department of Education, and the College of Visual and Performing
Arts at Winthrop University, the ABC Project has developed collaborative efforts leading to a certification program for
dance teachers, establishment of the South Carolina Center for Dance Educational at Columbia College, development of
South Carolina Visual and Performing Arts Framework, and the South Carolina Visual and Performing Arts Curriculum
Standards. The project “blueprint” for arts education outlines a curriculum to be taught by qualified arts teachers and
reinforced by other subject area teachers, administrators, professional artists, arts organizations, and community
resources; provides a forum for the development of strategic arts initiatives; and serves as the foundation for a broad
advocacy coalition for arts education reform in South Carolina.
The Office of Special Projects
Each semester, the College of Visual and Performing Arts offers a new season of artistic experiences at Winthrop University with programs of performances, exhibitions, forums, and events for adults, young people, and families rich with
innovation, experimentation, and enlivening entertainment. Students are welcome to audition for a selection of performances in music and theatre and dance.
The role of the Office of Special Projects is to act as a link between the College and the community while assisting the
promotion of events. The office provides the community with several outreach projects and thematic programs that provide students and the community with opportunities of varying natures.
Academic Advising
Academic advising is an integral part of the learning process in the College of Visual and Performing Arts. The role of
the academic adviser is to assist the student in making appropriate decisions about academic programs and career goals,
provide academic information about Winthrop University and degree programs, and suggest appropriate involvement in
on-campus, off-campus, and experiential opportunities.
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Freshmen are assigned an adviser during their first semester. Students have a responsibility to schedule regular appointments with the faculty advisor.
The Student Services Coordinator of the College of Visual and Performing Arts facilitates the advisement activities for
undergraduate students. The coordinator’s contact information is:
Ms. Anna Fredericks
126 McLaurin Hall
803/323-2465
fredericksa@winthrop.edu
FINE ARTS
Faculty
Professors
Shaun Cassidy
James D. Connell
Laura J. Dufresne
Mark Hamilton
Marge Moody
Phil J. Moody
Seymour Simmons III
Tom Stanley, Chair
Associate Professor
Alice R. Burmeister
Laura Gardner
Paul C. Martyka
Karen Stock
Assistant Professors
Stacey Davidson
Anne Fiala
Seth Rouser
Adjuncts
Kathleen Burke
Karen Derksen
Mike Goetz
Elizabeth Melton
Jim Stratakos
Studio Technician
Joshua Kuensting
Mission
The Department of Fine Arts prepares students to become professionals in the fields of studio art, art history, and art
education. Combining practical experience, lecture and research skills, students build a foundation for a lifetime of creative and intellectual inquiry, personal growth and civic responsibility.
Introduction
The Department of Fine Arts offers both the Bachelor of Arts degree in art, art history, and art with teacher certification,
as well as the professional Bachelor of Fine Arts degree with concentrations in seven areas. In addition, the department
offers the Master of Fine Arts in Studio Art degree.
Winthrop University is an accredited institutional member of the National Association of Schools of Art and Design
(NASAD). Administrative and faculty offices and studios, the Edmund D. Lewandowski Student Gallery, and graduate
student studios are located in McLaurin Hall. The Rutledge and Elizabeth Dunlap Patrick galleries and lecture and studio
classes are located in Rutledge Building, with a limited number of classes in McLaurin Hall.
Fine Arts Scholarships and Awards
The Department of Fine Arts offers scholarships to incoming freshmen and transfer students who plan to major in fine
arts. Scholarships are available in visual arts, art history, and art with teacher certification. These awards are based upon
a review of student work as an indication of artistic and academic ability. Most incoming scholarship awards are given
through participation in the Portfolio Day Competition generally held in early November of each year. For more information, contact the department office or consult the department website.
Minor in Art, Art History, and Photography
The Department of Fine Arts offers minors in art, art history, and photography, primarily for students who are working toward a baccalaureate degree in a program other than fine arts. For the specific requirements of the minors from the
Department of Fine Arts, see the section on minors, page 135.
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Bachelor of Arts in Art
The Bachelor of Arts in Art degree offers a student the firm foundation in studio and art history coursework that may
lead to advanced study in arts programs in academic or secular professions.
General Education Courses
ACAD 101
Shared Skills and Proficiencies
Writing and Critical Thinking
WRIT 101, HMXP 102, CRTW 201
Principles of the Learning Academy
Composition; The Human Experience: Who Am I?
Crit Reading, Thinking, & Writing
See approved list, p. 16; may be met by other req
Met in major with ARTS 281
Met in major with ARTH 454
See approved list, p. 16; may be met by other req
See approved list, p. 16
Semester Hours
1
Oral Communication
Technology
Intensive Writing
Constitution Requirement
Physical Activity
Thinking CriticallyAcross Disciplines*
Global Perspectives
Met in major with ARTH 175
Historical Perspectives
Met in major with ARTH 176
Introducing Students to Broad Disciplinary Perspectives*
Social Science
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
Humanities and Arts
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
Quantitative Skills and Natural Science* (3 courses)
Quantitative Skills
See approved list, p. 16
Natural Science
See approved list, p. 16 [Must include a lab science. If 2
courses taken, must be in 2 different groups:
Life, Physical, Earth].
*No more than two courses in the major may count toward requirements in these areas
Subtotal
Required Courses in Major
ARTT 112
Introduction to Fine Arts
ARTT 113
Introduction to Fine Arts Portfolio
ARTS 101
Two-Dimensional Design I
ARTS 102
Three-Dimensional Design I
ARTS 120
Drawing I
ARTS 204, 205, or 206
Two and Three-Dim Media Studies, Photo Media Studies
ARTS 220
Drawing II
ARTS 281
Computer Imaging in Design
ARTS 501
Senior Project Seminar
ARTH 175
Intro to Art Hist Prehistory-Middle Ages
ARTH 176
Intro to Art Hist Renaissance-Present
ARTH 454
Contemporary Art and Criticism
ARTT 200
Foundation Review
ARTT 401
Senior Presentation
ARTS Electives
Any ARTS course (with satisfaction
of any prerequisites and other conditions)
ARTH Electives
Any ARTH course (with satisfaction
of any prerequisites and other conditions)
Minor
Electives
Total
9
0-3
0
0
0-3
1
0
0
6
6
9-12
(3-8)
(3-8)
35-38
51
2
1
3
3
3
6
3
3
3
3
3
3
0
0
12
3
15-24
7-19
120
Foundation Review Requirements: A review of student proficiency in Foundations Studies is required of all
Department of Fine Arts majors except for the B. A. in Art History. All must enroll in the Foundation Review (ARTT 200)
prior to enrollment in ARTS courses numbered 221 and above or ARTH courses numbered above 176.
Note: No more than 36 hours in any one subject (or course designator) may apply to the BA degree.
See pages 16-18 for additional degree requirements
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Bachelor of Arts in Art – Certification as Art Teacher (K-12)
The Bachelor of Arts degree in Art with Certification as an Art Teacher prepares the student for teaching in the K-12 art
classroom. Licensure is through the State of South Carolina.
General Education Courses
ACAD 101
Shared Skills and Proficiencies
Writing and Critical Thinking
WRIT 101, HMXP 102, CRTW 201
Principles of the Learning Academy
Composition; The Human Experience: Who Am I?
Crit Reading, Thinking, & Writing
Met in major with ARTE 391
Met in major with ARTS 281
Met in major with ARTH 454
See approved list, p. 16; may be met by other req
See approved list, p. 16
Semester Hours
1
Oral Communication
Technology
Intensive Writing
Constitution Requirement
Physical Activity
Thinking CriticallyAcross Disciplines
Global Perspectives
Met in major with ARTH 175
Historical Perspectives
Met in major with ARTH 176
Introducing Students to Broad Disciplinary Perspectives
Social Science
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
3 hours met with EDUC 200
Humanities and Arts
Met in major with ARTH 348 and ARTS 351
Quantitative Skills and Natural Science* (3 courses)
Quantitative Skills
See approved list, p. 16
Natural Science
See approved list, p. 16 [Must include a lab science. If 2
courses taken, must be in 2 different groups:
Life, Physical, Earth].
Subtotal
Required Courses in Major
ARTT 112
Introduction to Fine Arts
ARTT 113
Introduction to Fine Arts portfolio
ARTS 101
Two-Dimensional Design I
ARTS 102
Three-Dimensional Design I
ARTT 200
Foundation Review
ARTS 120
Drawing I
ARTS 121 or 220
Figure Drawing or Drawing II
ARTS 204
Three Dimensional Media Studies
ARTS 206
Two Dimensional Media Studies
ARTS 281
Introduction to Computer Imaging
ARTS 332 or ARTS 355
Sculpture I or Jewelry and Metals I
ARTS 335 or 336 or
Printmaking: Serigraphy/Screen Processes or
337 or 364
Printmaking: Relief or Printmaking: Intaglio
Printing or Digital Photography
ARTS 342
Painting I
ARTS 351
Ceramics I
ARTS or ARTH Electives in one designator
ARTT 300
Specialization Portfolio Review
ARTH 175
Intro to Art Hist Prehistory-Middle Ages
ARTH 176
Intro to Art Hist Renaissance-Present
ARTH Non-Western Elective
Any non-Western ARTH course
ARTH 348
Modernism
ARTH 454
Contemporary Art and Criticism
ARTE 348
Introduction to Art Education
ARTE 391
Principles of Teaching Art
ARTE 528
Foundations for Art Education
ARTE 548
Curriculum Development in Art Ed
Professional Education Sequence
EDUC 101*
Developing Observation and Analysis Skills
EDUC 200*
Developmental Sciences and the Context of Poverty
EDUC 220*
Assessment to Meet Diverse Needs
EDCO 201*
Literacy and the English Language Learner
EDCO 202*
Supporting Exceptional & Gifted Lrnrs in the Gen Ed Classrm
EDCO 305*
Technology in the Classroom
9
0
0
0
0-3
1
0
0
3
0
9-12
(3-8)
(3-8)
23-29
69
2
1
3
3
0
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
6
0
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
28
1
3
2
2
2
2
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EDCO 350*
Academic & Social Strat for Estab Incl Classroom Climate
3
EDUC 400*
Internship I: Culture and Climate
1
EDUC 403
Internship II: Assessment & Instruction, Second & K12
10
EDUC 410*
Education in a Democracy
2
Total
120
*A grade of C or better must be earned and cannot be taken on the S/U basis.
Foundation Review Requirements: A review of student in Foundations Studies is required of all Department of Fine
Arts majors, except for the B. A. in Art History. All must enroll in the Foundation Review (ARTT 200) prior to enrollment
in ARTS courses numbered 221 and above or ARTH courses numbered above 176.
See pages 16-18 for additional degree requirements
Bachelor of Arts in Art History
The Bachelor of Arts degree in Art History offers a student the opportunity to obtain strong academic training that will
lead to graduate study in art history or to employment in a visual arts field.
General Education Courses
ACAD 101
Shared Skills and Proficiencies
Writing and Critical Thinking
WRIT 101, HMXP 102, CRTW 201
Principles of the Learning Academy
Composition; The Human Experience: Who Am I?
Crit Reading, Thinking, & Writing
See approved list, p. 16
See approved list, p. 16
Met in major with ARTH 454
See approved list, p. 16; may be met by other req
See approved list, p. 16
Semester Hours
1
Oral Communication
Technology
Intensive Writing
Constitution Requirement
Physical Activity
Thinking CriticallyAcross Disciplines*
Global Perspectives
Met in major with ARTH 175
Historical Perspectives
Met in major with ARTH 176
Introducing Students to Broad Disciplinary Perspectives*
Social Science
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
Humanities and Arts
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
Quantitative Skills and Natural Science* (3 courses)
Quantitative Skills
See approved list, p. 16
Natural Science
See approved list, p. 16 [Must include a lab science. If 2
courses taken, must be in 2 different groups:
Life, Physical, Earth].
*No more than two courses in the major may count toward requirements in these areas
Subtotal
Required Courses in Major
ARTT 112
Introduction to Fine Arts
ARTS 101, 102, 120 or 305
2-D Design I, 3-D Design, Drawing I, Intro to Photog
ARTH 175
Intro to Art Hist Prehistory-Middle Ages
ARTH 176
Intro to Art Hist Renaissance-Present
ARTH 401
Art History Senior Presentation
ARTH 451
Art History Methods
ARTH 454
Contemporary Art & Criticism
6 hours of any Non-Western ARTH courses listed below
Select five courses from:
ARTH 340
Internship Education
ARTH 341
Art of Ancient Greece and Rome
ARTH 342
Early Medieval Art
ARTH 343
High and Late Medieval Art
ARTH 344
Italian Renaissance Art
ARTH 345
Northern European Renaissance Art
ARTH 346
Baroque and Rococo Art
ARTH 347
Neoclassicism and Romantic Art
ARTH 348
Modernism
ARTH 349
History of Graphic Design
ARTH 350
History of Photography
9
3
3
0
0-3
1
0
0
6
6
9-12
(3-8)
(3-8)
35-41
64
2
3
3
3
0
3
3
6
15
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
100
ARTH 351
ARTH 352
ARTH 353
ARTH 354
ARTH 355
ARTH 356
ARTH 450
ARTH 452
ARTH 453
ARTH 480, 481, 482
ARTH 483, 484, 485
Select one course from:
ARTH 450
ARTH 452
ARTH 453
ARTH 480, 481, 482, 580
ARTH 483, 484, 485
Select two courses from:
HIST 111
HIST 112
HIST 113
HIST 211
HIST 212
Select one set of courses from:
FREN 101
FREN 102
FREN 201
OR
GERM 101
GERM 102
GERM 201
OR
SPAN 101
SPAN 102
SPAN 201
Specialized Electives
Minor
Electives
Total
COLLEGE OF VISUAL & PERFORMING ARTS--ART CERTIFICATION
Arts of Africa
3
Arts of the Americas
3
Arts of Oceania
3
Arts of India
3
Arts of China
3
Arts of Japan
3
Honors Special Topics
3
Women in Art
3
Art of the Book
3
Special Topics in Art History
3
Special Topics in Non-Western Art
3
Honors Special Topics
Women in Art
Art of the Book
Special Topics in Art History
Special Topics in Non-Western Art
3
Elementary French
Elementary French
Intermediate French
3
3
3
3
6
3
3
3
3
3
11
4
4
3
Elementary German
Elementary German
Intermediate German
4
4
3
Elementary Spanish
Elementary Spanish
Intermediate Spanish
Any appropriate courses related to art history
4
4
3
6
15-24
0-6
120
World Civilizations to 950
World Civilizations from 950-1750
World Civilizations since 1750
United States History to 1877
United States History since 1877
Note: No more than 36 hours in any one subject (or course designator) may apply to the BA degree.
See pages 16-18 for additional degree requirements
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Bachelor of Fine Arts
The Bachelor of Fine Arts degree is a professional degree designed for students who wish to pursue the visual arts as
a profession or for the student wishing to pursue graduate study. Students seeking teacher certification in addition to the
B.F.A. degree should declare this intent to the department by the first semester of the sophomore year. These students
may want to consider a B.F.A./M.A.T. Areas of concentration include (1) ceramics, (2) general studio, (3) painting, (4)
photography (consisting of a fine art track and a commercial track), (5) printmaking, (6) sculpture, and (7) jewelry/metals.
Students may take courses in any concentration prior to being admitted to the concentration. Students may not register
for ARTS courses above ARTS 375 without passage of the specialization portfolio review.
Entering students who display exceptional ability, evident in a portfolio of work reviewed by a faculty committee,
may proceed to ARTS 200-level course(s). The faculty committee will determine whether any courses may be exempted.
Students will take replacement ARTS Elective course(s) to fulfill the required hours in the major.
The student must complete a minimum of 21 semester hours of ARTS courses in residence at Winthrop University.
Foundation Portfolio Review
Foundation Review Requirements: Except for the B. A. in Art History degree, a review of student proficiency in
Foundational Studies is required of Department of Fine Arts majors, including B.A.-Art, B.A.-Art Education with Teacher
Certification, and all B.F.A. concentrations. All must enroll in the Foundation Review (ARTT 200) prior to enrollment in
ARTS courses numbered 221 and above or ARTH courses numbered above 176.
Specialization Portfolio Review
The Specialization Portfolio Review is designed to measure the suitability of B.F.A. students for advanced-level studio
courses and B.A. in Art with Teacher Certification students for content skills. Students enrolled in the B.F.A. program
must select a studio concentration in Fine Arts and make application for admittance to that area usually during the second semester of their sophomore year. For formal admission into the junior year B.F.A. professional programs, a student
must have met the following criteria: (1) completion of the recommended lower level curriculum requirements, having
earned not less than a 2.5 grade point ratio in ARTS, ARTT and ARTH courses, (2) approval of portfolios by the Departmental Portfolio Review Committees, and (3) passage of Specialization Portfolio Review.
In general, the Specialization Portfolio Review will measure anticipated success in the discipline by looking for signs of
independence, thoroughness of research and discipline, and transfer of skills and knowledge. While students may have
been successful in earning grades in previous course work by meeting minimum standards, completing work on time,
and participating in class activities, it should be realized that the Specialization Portfolio Review is based on the assessment of the work in the portfolio alone.
The Specialization Portfolio Review will take place in April of the Sophomore-level year and in August and January
just prior to the beginning of the fall and spring semesters. The student is responsible for obtaining the Specialization
Portfolio Review application packet and attending the mandatory meeting as posted by the departmental office. Passage
of the Specialization Portfolio Review allows the student to enroll in studio courses above the number ARTS 375. After
passage, a student may not change a B.F.A. concentration without passing a Specialization Portfolio Review in the new
concentration of choice. Non-B.F.A. students above the sophomore level may not change into the B.F.A. program without
permission of the department chair. Students should communicate with the departmental office for more information.
Transfer Students
In order to comply with NASAD (National Association of Schools of Art and Design) standards, the Department of
Fine Arts policy includes a portfolio review of art work produced in studio courses at other schools. This is required of
all transfer students who wish to receive studio credit for similar courses. The purpose of a transfer portfolio review is
to determine the proper level of placement into the degree program of choice, and the review is conducted by a faculty
committee at the start of the student’s initial semester.
General Education for all concentrations--BFA in Art
General Education Courses
ACAD 101
Shared Skills and Proficiencies
Writing and Critical Thinking
WRIT 101, HMXP 102, CRTW 201
Oral Communication
Technology
Intensive Writing
Constitution Requirement
Physical Activity
Thinking CriticallyAcross Disciplines
Global Perspectives
Historical Perspectives
Principles of the Learning Academy
Semester Hours
1
Composition; The Human Experience: Who Am I?
Crit Reading, Thinking, & Writing
See approved list, p. 16; may be met by other req
Met in major with ARTS 281
Met in major with ARTH 454
See approved list, p. 16; may be met by other req
See approved list, p. 16
9
0-3
0
0
0-3
1
Met in major with ARTH 175
Met in major with ARTH 176
0
0
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Introducing Students to Broad Disciplinary Perspectives
Social Science
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
6
Humanities and Arts
Met in major with ARTH 348 and ARTS 364
0
Quantitative Skills and Natural Science (3 courses)
9-12
Quantitative Skills
See approved list, p. 16
(3-8)
Natural Science
See approved list, p. 16 [Must include a lab science. If 2
(3-8)
courses taken, must be in 2 different groups:
Life, Physical, Earth].
Subtotal
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Bachelor of Fine Arts in Art with a concentration in General Studio
General Education, above
Major Courses (C or better in each course required.)
ARTT 112
Introduction to Fine Arts
ARTT 113
Introduction to Fine Arts Portfolio
ARTS 101
Two-Dimensional Design I
ARTS 102
Three-Dimensional Design I
ARTS 120
Drawing I
ARTS 121
Figure Drawing
2 courses from ARTS 204 or 205 or 206
3-D or 2-D or Photo Media Studies
ARTS 220
Drawing II
ARTS 281
Computer Imaging in Design
ARTT 200
Foundation Review
ARTS 335, 336, 337, or 342
Printmaking: Serigraphy, Printmaking: Relief;
Printmaking: Intaglio Printing, Painting I
ARTS 332, 351, or 355
Sculpture I, Ceramics I, or Jewelry & Metals I
ARTS 364
Digital Photography
ARTH 175
Intro to Art Hist from Prehist-the Middle Ages
ARTH 176
Intro to Art Hist from Renaissance-Present
ARTT 300
Specialization Portfolio Review
ARTS Emphasis A
ARTS Emphasis B
(For Emphases A & B, select a subject area for each from ceramics, drawing, jewelry & metals, painting,
photography, printmaking, sculpture.)
ARTS 490
Junior Studio Seminar
ARTS 500
Senior Studio Seminar
ARTH 348
Modernism
ARTH Elective
Any appropriate course
ARTH 454
Contemporary Art and Criticism
ARTT 400
Senior Exhibition
ARTT 498
Survival Guide for Artists
Electives
Total
See pages 16-18 for additional degree requirements
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90
2
1
3
3
3
3
6
3
3
0
3
3
3
3
3
0
15
15
3
3
3
3
3
0
3
0-4
120
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Art with a concentration in Ceramics
General Education Courses, above
Required Courses in Major (C or better in each course required.)
ARTT 112
Introduction to Fine Arts
ARTT 113
Introduction to Fine Arts Portfolio
ARTS 101
Two-Dimensional Design I
ARTS 102
Three-Dimensional Design I
ARTS 120
Drawing I
ARTS 121
Figure Drawing
ARTS 206
Two-Dimensional Media Studies
ARTS 204
Three-Dimensional Media Studies
ARTS 220
Drawing II
ARTS 281
Computer Imaging in Design
ARTT 200
Foundation Review
ARTS 351
Ceramics I
ARTS 352
Ceramics II
ARTH 175
Intro Art Hist Prehistory-Middle Ages
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90
2
1
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
0
3
3
3
103
ARTH 176
ARTT 300
ARTS 364
ARTS 451
ARTS 452
ARTS 482, 483
ARTS 490
ARTS 500
ARTS 551
ARTS 552
ARTS 584, 585
ARTS Electives
ARTH 348
ARTH Elective
ARTH 454
ARTT 400
ARTT 498
Electives
Total
***Subtitle must be in ceramics subject area
COLLEGE OF VISUAL & PERFORMING ARTS--CERAMICS/PAINTING
Intro to Art Hist Renaissance-Present
3
Specialization Portfolio Review
0
Digital Photography
3
Ceramics III
3
Ceramics IV
3
Special Topics in Art (ceramics)
6***
Junior Studio Seminar
3
Senior Studio Seminar
3
Ceramics V
3
Ceramics VI
3
Special Topics in Art (ceramics)
6***
Any appropriate courses
6
Modernism
3
Any appropriate course
3
Contemporary Art and Criticism
3
Senior Exhibition
0
Survival Guide for Artists
3
0-4
120
See pages 16-18 for additional degree requirements
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Art with a concentration in Painting
General Education Courses, page 102-103
Required Courses in Major (C or better in each course required.)
ARTT 112
Introduction to Fine Arts
ARTT 113
Introduction to Fine Arts Portfolio
ARTS 101
Two-Dimensional Design I
ARTS 102
Three-Dimensional Design I
ARTS 120
Drawing I
ARTS 121
Figure Drawing
ARTS 206
Two-Dimensional Media Studies
ARTS 204 or 205
Three-Dimensional Media Studies, Photo Media
ARTS 220
Drawing II
ARTT 200
Foundation Review
ARTS 281
Computer Imaging in Design
ARTS 342
Painting I
ARTS 343
Painting II
ARTH 175
Intro to Art Hist Prehistory-Middle Ages
ARTH 176
Intro to Art Hist Renaissance-Present
ARTT 300
Specialization Portfolio Review
ARTS 221
Life Drawing and Anatomy
ARTS 320
Drawing III
ARTS 364
Digital Photography
ARTS 442
Painting III
ARTS 443
Painting IV
ARTS 482, 483, 484
Special Topics in Art (painting)
ARTS 490
Junior Studio Seminar
ARTS 500
Senior Studio Seminar
ARTS 542
Painting V
ARTS 543
Painting VI
ARTS Electives
Any appropriate courses
ARTH 348
Modernism
ARTH Elective
Any appropriate course
ARTH 454
Contemporary Art and Criticism
ARTT 400
Senior Exhibition
ARTT 498
Survival Guide for Artists
Electives
Total
***Subtitle must be in painting subject area.
26-32
90
2
1
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
0
3
3
3
3
3
0
3
3
3
3
3
9***
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
0
3
0-4
120
See pages 16-18 for additional degree requirements
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Bachelor of Fine Arts in Art with a concentration in Photography: Commercial Track
General Education Courses, page 102-103
Required Courses in Major (C or better in each course required.)
ARTT 112
Introduction to Fine Arts
ARTT 113
Introduction to Fine Arts Portfolio
ARTS 101
Two-Dimensional Design I
ARTS 102
Three-Dimensional Design I
ARTS 120
Drawing I
ARTS 121
Figure Drawing
ARTS 206
Two-Dimensional Media Studies
ARTS 205
Photo Media Studies
ARTS 220
Drawing II
ARTT 200
Foundation Review
ARTH 175
Intro to Art Hist Prehistory-Middle Ages
ARTH 176
Intro to Art Hist Renaissance-Present
ARTT 300
Specialization Portfolio Review
ARTS 281
Computer Imaging in Design
ARTS 364
Digital Photography
ARTS 365
Color Photography
ARTS 366
Serial Photography
ARTS 472
Editorial Photography
ARTS 473
Large-Format Photography
ARTS 474
Studio Lighting for Photography
ARTS 490
Junior Studio Seminar
ARTS 500
Senior Studio Seminar
ARTS 572
Fashion Photography (Medium-Format)
ARTS 573
Photography Thesis Project
ARTS 574
Photography Thesis Exhibition
ARTS Electives
Any appropriate courses
ARTH 350
History of Photography
ARTH 348
Modernism
ARTT 340
Internship Education Experience
ARTT 400
Senior Exhibition
ARTH 454
Contemporary Art and Criticism
ENTR 373
Introduction to Entrepreneurship
Electives
Total
***Subtitle must be in photography subject area.
26-32
90
2
1
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
0
3
3
0
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
9
3
3
3
0
3
3
0-4
120
See pages 16-18 for additional degree requirements
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Art with a concentration in Photography: Fine Art Track
General Education, page 102-103
Required Courses in Major (C or better in each course required.)
ARTT 112
Introduction to Fine Arts
ARTT 113
Introduction to Fine Arts Portfolio
ARTS 101
Two-Dimensional Design I
ARTS 102
Three-Dimensional Design I
ARTS 120
Drawing I
ARTS 121
Figure Drawing
ARTS 206
Two-Dimensional Media Studies
ARTS 205
Photo Media Studies
ARTS 220
Drawing II
ARTT 200
Foundation Review
ARTS 281
Computer Imaging in Design
ARTS 335
Printmaking: Serigraphy/Screen Processes
ARTH 175
Intro to Art Hist Prehistory-Middle Ages
ARTH 176
Intro to Art Hist Renaissance-Present
ARTT 300
Specialization Portfolio Review
ARTS 342
Painting I
ARTS 364
Digital Photography
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90
2
1
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
0
3
3
3
3
0
3
3
105
ARTS 365
ARTS 366
ARTS 473
ARTS 474
ARTS 475
ARTS 490
ARTS 500
ARTS 573
ARTS 574
ARTS Electives
ARTH 350
ARTH 348
ARTH 454
ARTT 400
ARTT 498
Electives
Total
***Subtitle must be in photography subject area
COLLEGE OF VISUAL & PERFORMING ARTS--PRINTMAKING
Color Photography
3
Serial Photography
3
Large-Format Photography
3
Studio Lighting for Photography
3
Alternative Processes in Photography
3
Junior Studio Seminar
3
Senior Studio Seminar
3
Photography Thesis Project
3
Photography Thesis Exhibition
3
Any appropriate courses
9
History of Photography
3
Modernism
3
Contemporary Art and Criticism
3
Senior Exhibition
0
Survival Guide for Artists
3
0-4
120
See pages 16-18 for additional degree requirements
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Art with a concentration in Printmaking
General Education, page 102-103
Required Courses in Major (C or better in each course required.)
ARTT 112
Introduction to Fine Arts
ARTT 113
Introduction to Fine Arts Portfolio
ARTS 101
Two-Dimensional Design I
ARTS 102
Three-Dimensional Design I
ARTS 120
Drawing I
ARTS 121
Figure Drawing
ARTS 206
Two-Dimensional Media Studies
ARTS 204 or 205
Three-Dimensional Media Studies, Photo Media Studies
ARTS 220
Drawing II
ARTS 281
Computer Imaging in Design
ARTT 200
Foundation Review
ARTS 335 or ARTS 336
Printmaking: Serigraphy/Screen Process or
Printmaking: Relief
ARTS 337
Printmaking: Intaglio Printing
ARTH 175
Intro to Art Hist Prehistory-Middle Ages
ARTH 176
Intro to Art Hist Renaissance-Present
ARTT 300
Specialization Portfolio Review
ARTS 320
Drawing III
ARTS 364
Digital Photography
ARTS 437 (taken twice)
Intermediate Printmaking
ARTS 482, 483, 484
Special Topics in Art (printmaking)
ARTS 536
Advanced Printmaking
ARTS 490
Junior Studio Seminar
ARTS 500
Senior Studio Seminar
ARTS Electives
Any appropriate courses
ARTH 348
Modernism
ARTH Elective
Any appropriate course
ARTH 454
Contemporary Art and Criticism
ARTT 400
Senior Exhibition
ARTT 498
Survival Guide for Artists
Electives
Total
***Subtitle must be in printmaking subject area
26-32
90
2
1
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
0
3
3
3
3
0
3
3
6
9***
3
3
3
9
3
3
3
0
3
0-4
120
See pages 16-18 for additional degree requirements
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Bachelor of Fine Arts in Art with a concentration in Sculpture
General Education, page 102-103
Required Courses in Major (C or better in each course required.)
ARTT 112
Introduction to Fine Arts
ARTT 113
Introduction to Fine Arts Portfolio
ARTS 101
Two-Dimensional Design I
ARTS 102
Three-Dimensional Design I
ARTS 120
Drawing I
ARTS 121
Figure Drawing
ARTS 204
Three-Dimensional Media Studies
ARTS 206
Two-Dimensional Media Studies
ARTS 220
Drawing II
ARTS 281
Computer Imaging in Design
ARTT 200
Foundation Review
ARTS 332
Sculpture I
ARTS 333
Sculpture II
ARTS 355
Jewelry and Metals I
ARTS 356
Jewelry and Metals II
ARTH 175
Intro to Art Hist Prehistory-Middle Ages
ARTH 176
Intro to Art Hist Renaissance-Present
ARTT 300
Specialization Portfolio Review
ARTS elective
Any appropriate courses
ARTS 364
Digital Photography
ARTS 432
Sculpture III
ARTS 433
Sculpture IV
ARTS 458
Digital Modeling
ARTS 483, 484
Special Topics in Art
ARTS 532
Sculpture V
ARTS 533
Sculpture VI
ARTS 585
Special Topics in Art
ARTS 490
Junior Studio Seminar
ARTS 500
Senior Studio Seminar
ARTH 348
Modernism
ARTH Elective
Any appropriate course
ARTH 454
Contemporary Art and Criticism
ARTT 400
Senior Exhibition
ARTT 498
Survival Guide for Artists
Electives
Total
***Subtitle must be in sculpture subject area.
26-32
93
2
1
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
0
3
3
3
3
3
3
0
3
3
3
3
3
6***
3
3
3***
3
3
3
3
3
0
3
0-1
120-122
See pages 16-18 for additional degree requirements
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Bachelor of Fine Arts in Art with a concentration in Jewelry/Metals
General Education, page 102-103
Required Courses in Major (C or better in each course required.)
ARTT 112
Introduction to Fine Arts
ARTT 113
Introduction to Fine Arts Portfolio
ARTS 101
Two-Dimensional Design I
ARTS 102
Three-Dimensional Design I
ARTS 120
Drawing I
ARTS 121
Figure Drawing
ARTS 206
Two Dimensional Media Studies
ARTS 204
Three Dimensional Media Studies
ARTS 281
Computer Imaging in Design
ARTT 200
Foundation Review
ARTS 220
Drawing II
ARTS 332
Sculpture I
ARTS 333 or 351
Sculpture II or Ceramics I
ARTS 355
Jewelry and Metals I
ARTS 356
Jewelry and Metals II
ARTH 175
Intro to Art Hist Prehistory-Middle Ages
ARTH 176
Intro to Art Hist Renaissance-Present
ARTT 300
Specialization Portfolio Review
ARTS 364
Digital Photography
ARTS 455
Jewelry and Metals III
ARTS 456
Jewelry and Metals IV
ARTS 458
Digital Modeling
ARTS 483
Special Topics in Art (Jewelry/Metals)
ARTS 555
Jewelry and Metals V
ARTS 556
Jewelry and Metals VI
ARTS 558
Advanced Digital Modeling
ARTS 490
Junior Studio Seminar
ARTS 500
Senior Studio Seminar
ARTH 348
Modernism
ARTH elective
Any appropriate course
ARTH 454
Contemporary Art and Criticism
ARTT 400
Senior Exhibition
ARTT 498
Survival Guide for Artists
Electives
Total
See pages 16-18 for additional degree requirements
26-32
87
2
1
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
0
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
0
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
0
3
0-7
120
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DESIGN
Faculty
Associate Professors
Jennifer Belk
G. David Brown
Gerry Derksen
Chad Dresbach, Chair
Sangwon Sohn
J. David Stokes
Jason Tselentis
Adjuncts
Caroline Andrychowski
John Boatwright
Ashley Cooke
Karen Derksen
Hannah Maschoff
Michelle Soto
Jesse Weser
Lecturer
Tom Garner
Assistant Professor
William Furman
The Department of Design offers the professional Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in two areas, Interior Design and
Visual Communication Design. Winthrop University is an accredited institutional member of the National Association
of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD) and the Interior Design program is accredited by the Council for Interior Design
Accreditation (CIDA). Administrative and faculty offices and studios are located in McLaurin Hall.
Design Scholarships and Awards
Scholarships are available for students majoring in both Interior Design and Visual Communication. Dean’s Meritorious Scholarships (DMS) are intended for new incoming and transfer students. DMS are awarded based on a review of
student design work by a faculty committee. Additionally, endowed foundation scholarships and awards are available
and are awarded to continuing students and graduating seniors based on a variety of criteria. The specific criteria for
the award(s) and amount varies depending on the program of study and classification of the award. Decisions as to the
awarding of a scholarship are typically made beginning in January of the year that a student begins study at Winthrop,
with the possibility of some additional awards being distributed just prior to the Fall semester. Contact the department
office or consult the department website for more information.
Transfer Students
Content and sequencing of applied design programs vary greatly among institutions, and coursework having similar
titles may or may not be comparable in content. A portfolio review of design work produced in studio courses at other
(non-articulated) schools is required of transfer students who intend that work to apply toward their degree at Winthrop.
The purpose of a transfer portfolio review is to determine the applicability and proper level of placement into the degree
program of choice. The review is conducted by a faculty committee at the start of the student’s initial semester. Transfer
students are advised to request a copy of the department’s Portfolio Review Requirements for further details.
Bachelor of Fine Arts
The Bachelor of Fine Arts degree is a professional degree designed for students who wish to pursue careers in applied
design professions or for the student who later wishes to pursue graduate study. Degree programs include Interior
Design or Visual Communication Design, which consists of concentrations in Graphic Design and Illustration. The
department additionally offers an Interactive Media track of study as part of the Digital Information Design program
housed within the College of Business. (For more information on the Interactive Media degree program, refer to the DIFD
program information, found under the College of Business Adminstration, pages 69-72.)
Students may take courses in their intended major prior to being accepted to the major; however, students may not
register for studio courses numbered above INDS 300 or VCOM 300 without the passage of the Specialization Portfolio
Review. The student must maintain a minimum cumulative grade-point average of 2.00 or better in program coursework
taken at Winthrop. The student must complete a minimum of 21 semester hours of program courses in residence at Winthrop University.
Specialization Portfolio Review (INDS 300 or VCOM 300)
The Specialization Portfolio Review is designed to measure the suitability of B.F.A. students for advanced-level program
courses. Requirements for the Review vary by degree program but in general, to be eligible for the review, students must
have completed (or have in progress) the courses required for the review and must have acheived a final course grade of
C+ (or better) in all studio courses required for the review. In general, the Specialization Portfolio Review will measure
anticipated success in the degree by looking for signs of independence, thoroughness of research and discipline, and transfer
of skills and knowledge. While students may have been successful in earning acceptable grades in previous coursework by
meeting individual class standards, it should be emphasized that the Specialization Portfolio Review is based on the qualities
of the work as it is presented in the student’s portfolio during the Review.
Students register to take the Specialization Portfolio Review (INDS or VCOM 300) in the same semester in which they
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anticipate completing the courses required for the review. The Review is offered three times per year, at the conclusion
of Fall, Spring, and Summer terms. Passage of the Specialization Portfolio Review constitutes acceptance into the major
and allows the student to enroll in studio program courses numbered above INDS 300 and VCOM 300. After passing the
review, a student may not change a B.F.A. concentration without passing a Specialization Portfolio Review in the new
concentration of choice. Non-B.F.A. students above the sophomore level may not change into the B.F.A. program without
passage of the review for the intended area. Students should communicate with the department office for more information. In general, courses numbered above INDS 300 and VCOM 300 have a prerequisite of successful completion of the
Specialization Portfolio Review for that program.
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Interior Design
General Education Courses
ACAD 101
Shared Skills and Proficiencies
Writing and Critical Thinking
WRIT 101, HMXP 102, CRTW 201
Principles of the Learning Academy
Composition; The Human Experience: Who Am I?
Crit Reading, Thinking, & Writing
Met in major with WRIT 465
CSCI 101, 101A, B and F
Met in major with WRIT 465
See approved list, p. 16; may be met by other req
See approved list, p. 16
Semester Hours
1
Oral Communication
Technology
Intensive Writing
Constitution Requirement
Physical Activity
Thinking CriticallyAcross Disciplines
Global Perspectives
Met in major with ARTH 175
Historical Perspectives
Met in major with ARTH 176
Introducing Students to Broad Disciplinary Perspectives
Social Science
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
Humanities and Arts
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
Quantitative Skills and Natural Science (3 courses)
Quantitative Skills
See approved list, p. 16
Natural Science
See approved list, p. 16 [Must include a lab science. If 2
courses taken, must be in 2 different groups:
Life, Physical, Earth].
Subtotal
Required Courses in Major (C or better in each course)
ARTH 175
Introduction to Art History I
ARTH 176
Introduction to Art History II
INDS 101
Interior Design Fundamentals
INDS 111
Interior Design Studio: Fundamentals
INDS 213
Spatial Analysis and Theory I
INDS 223
Presentation Techniques I
INDS 238
Textiles and Materials
INDS 271
Int Des & Architecture History I
INDS 272
Int Des & Architecture History II
INDS 300
INDS Portfolio Review
INDS 313
Spatial Analysis & Theory II
INDS 323
Presentation Techniques II
INDS 325
CAD for Interior Design
INDS 326
Intro to Building Systems
INDS 329
Int Des Contract Documents
INDS 331
Lighting Design
INDS 336
Codes and Standards
INDS 353
Interior Design Studio I
INDS 357
Interior Design Studio II
INDS 425
Adv Comp Apps for Interior Design
INDS 429
Professional Practices for Interior Design
INDS 453
Interior Design Studio III
INDS 455
Interior Design Studio IV
INDS 485
Portfolio Preparation
INDS 487
Senior Thesis Preparation
INDS 488
Senior Thesis
VCOM 120
Design Drawing
WRIT 465
Preparation of Oral & Written Reports
Electives (Above 300)
Total
See pages 16-18 for additional degree requirements
9
0
3
0
0-3
1
0
0
6
6
9-12
(3-8)
(3-8)
35-38
83
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
0
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
4
3
3
4
4
1
3
4
3
3
0-2
120
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BFA in Visual Communication Design-Graphic Design Track
General Education Courses
ACAD 101
Shared Skills and Proficiencies
Writing and Critical Thinking
WRIT 101, HMXP 102, CRTW 201
Principles of the Learning Academy
Composition; The Human Experience: Who Am I?
Crit Reading, Thinking, & Writing
Met in cognate with WRIT 465
Met in major with VCOM 261
Met in cognate with WRIT 465
See approved list, p. 16; may be met by other req
See approved list, p. 16
Semester Hours
1
Oral Communication
Technology
Intensive Writing
Constitution Requirement
Physical Activity
Thinking CriticallyAcross Disciplines
Global Perspectives
ARTH 175
Introduction to Art History Prehistory-Middle Ages
Historical Perspectives
Met in major with VCOM 374
Introducing Students to Broad Disciplinary Perspectives
Social Science
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
Humanities and Arts
3 hours met in major with VCOM 151
ARTH 176
Intro to Art Hist Renaissance-Present
Quantitative Skills and Natural Science* (3 courses)
Quantitative Skills
See approved list, p. 16
Natural Science
See approved list, p. 16 [Must include a lab science. If 2
courses taken, must be in 2 different groups:
Life, Physical, Earth].
Subtotal
Required Courses in Major (Courses required for VCD Portolio Review-VCOM 300-require a C+ or better.
All VCOM courses required for the degree require a C or better.)
VCOM 101
Visual Communication Seminar
VCOM 120
Design Drawing
VCOM 150
Design Studio Skills
VCOM 151
Design Fundamentals
VCOM 154
Design and Color
VCOM 222
Introduction to Illustration
VCOM 258
Introduction to Typography
VCOM 259
Introduction to Graphic Design
VCOM 261
Introduction to Computer Imaging
VCOM 262
Introduction to Web Design
VCOM 300
Visual Communication Design Portfolio Review
VCOM 301
Visual Communication Seminar I
VCOM 340 or 444
Professional Internship, Studio 351
VCOM 355
Design Concepts
VCOM 358
Intermediate Typography
VCOM 363
Multimedia Design
VCOM 374
History of Graphic Design & Illustration
VCOM 388
Graphic Arts Production Practices
VCOM 401
Visual Communication Seminar II
VCOM 453
Corporate Identity
VCOM 455
Three-Dimensional Graphic Design
VCOM 486
Senior Thesis Proposal
VCOM 487
Senior Thesis
VCOM 501
Visual Communication Seminar III
VCOM 578
Prof. Portfolio
Cognate Requirements
WRIT 465
Prep. Oral & Written Rept.
BADM 180 or FINC 211
Contemporary Business Issues, Personal Finance
MCOM 341
Advertising Principles
VCOM, ARTS, DIFD electives
Any appropriate course in arts or design history
Electives (above the 300-level)
Total
See pages 16-18 for additional degree requirements
9
0
0
0
0-3
1
3
0
6
3
9-12
(3-8)
(3-8)
32-38
62
1
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
0
1
3
3
3
3
3
3
1
3
3
2
2
1
3
21
3
3**
3**
9
3
0-5
120
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Bachelor of Fine Arts in Visual Communication Design-Illustration Track
General Education Courses
ACAD 101
Shared Skills and Proficiencies
Writing and Critical Thinking
WRIT 101, HMXP 102, CRTW 201
Principles of the Learning Academy
Composition; The Human Experience: Who Am I?
Crit Reading, Thinking, & Writing
Met in cognate with WRIT 465
Met in major with VCOM 261
Met in cognate with WRIT 465
See approved list, p. 16; may be met by other req
See approved list, p. 16
Semester Hours
1
Oral Communication
Technology
Intensive Writing
Constitution Requirement
Physical Activity
Thinking CriticallyAcross Disciplines
Global Perspectives
ARTH 175
Introduction to Art History Prehistory-Middle Ages
Historical Perspectives
Met in major with VCOM 374
Introducing Students to Broad Disciplinary Perspectives
Social Science
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
Humanities and Arts
3 hours met in major with VCOM 151
ARTH 176
Intro to Art Hist Renaissance-Present
Quantitative Skills and Natural Science (3 courses)
Quantitative Skills
See approved list, p. 16
Natural Science
See approved list, p. 16 [Must include a lab science. If 2
courses taken, must be in 2 different groups:
Life, Physical, Earth].
Subtotal
Required Courses in Major (C required in each course except those marked with **)
VCOM 101
VCOM Seminar
VCOM 120
Design Drawing
VCOM 121
Design Drawing II: Struct. & Form
VCOM 150
Design Studio Skills
VCOM 151
Design Fundamentals
VCOM 154
Design and Color
VCOM 220
Illustration: the Figure
VCOM 222
Visual Thinking & Symb. Comm
VCOM 258
Intro. Typography
VCOM 259
Intro. Graphic Design
VCOM 261
Intro. to Comp. Imaging
VCOM 262
Intro. Web Design
VCOM 300
VCD Portfolio Review
VCOM 301
Critical Seminar
VCOM 320
Illustration: Comparative Anat.
VCOM 323
Illustration: Costumed Figure
VCOM 325
Illustration: Portraiture
VCOM 374
History of Graphic Des. and Illustration.
VCOM 388
Graph. Arts Prod. Practices
VCOM 401
Critical Seminar
VCOM 420
Illustration: Heroes and Antiheroes
VCOM 423
Illustration: Fairy Tales / Child. Lit
VCOM 424
Illustration: Sequential Storytelling
VCOM 425
Illustration: Persuasion & Propaganda
VCOM 427
Illustration: Narrative and Editorial
VCOM 486
Senior Thesis Proposal
VCOM 487
Senior Thesis
VCOM 501
Critical Seminar
VCOM 578
Prof. Portfolio
Cognate Requirements
WRIT 465
Prep. Oral & Written Rept.
BADM 180 or FINC 211
Contemporary Business Issues, Personal Finance
VCOM, ARTS, DIFD approved VCOM electives
Any appropriate course in art or design history
Electives
Total
See pages 16-18 for additional degree requirements
9
0
0
0
0-3
1
3
0
6
3
9-12
(3-8)
(3-8)
32-38
74
1
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
0
1
3
3
3
3
3
1
3
3
3
3
3
2
2
1
3
12
3
3**
3
3
0-2
120
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MUSIC
COLLEGE OF VISUAL & PERFORMING ARTS--MUSIC
Faculty
Professors
Lewis H. Dickert, Jr.
W. Martin Hughes
Katherine S. Kinsey
William F. Malambri, Jr., Professor Emeritus
Matthew C. Manwarren
Ronald K. Parks
Ian D. Pearson
B. Michael Williams
Associate Professors
Lorrie S. Crochet
Tomoko Deguchi
Connie L. Hale
Leonard Mark Lewis
Douglas F. Presley
Donald M. Rogers, Chair
Kristen A. Wunderlich
Assistant Professors
Jeffrey S. McEvoy
Tracy L. Patterson
Adjuncts
Jennifer N. Austin
Doublas Black
Elizabeth D. Burns
Matthew F. Darsey
Kari A. Giles
Richard L. Harris
Thomas P. Hildreth
Jennifer C. Hough
David T. Kulma
Deborah W. Loomer
Amy B. Morris
Jill L. O’Neill
Mary Alisa Orum
Robert E. Rydel
Adam M. Snow
Phillip L. Suggs
Hollis B. Ulaky
Hilary W. Yost
Instructors
Janice B. Bradner
Jennifer L. McDaniel-Milliken, Music Librarian
Mission
It is the mission of the Department of Music at Winthrop University to offer nationally accredited music programs that
provide students with opportunities to explore their intellectual and creative potentials through liberal arts, music education, and music performance degrees to prepare them for a life of professional, academic, and community service.
Introduction
The Department of Music offers three undergraduate degree programs: the Bachelor of Music degree in performance
and composition, the Bachelor of Music Education degree with concentrations in choral or instrumental music, and the
more general Bachelor of Arts degree in music. In addition, the department offers both the Master of Music and Master of
Music Education degrees, as described in the Winthrop University Graduate Catalog.
Winthrop University is an accredited institutional member of the National Association of Schools of Music. The
department offers professional instruction in musicianship, performance, and pedagogy for students planning careers in
music. Opportunities for musical experiences are provided for the general college student as well.
The Department of Music is housed in the Conservatory of Music. The adjacent 3,500 seat Byrnes Auditorium has an
historic 70-rank, four-manual pipe organ by Aeolian-Skinner, newly renovated in 2009. The facilities in the Conservatory
include Barnes Recital Hall, practice rooms, faculty offices, studios, classrooms, and rehearsal rooms.
The Music Library, located in 235 Dacus Libray, has a full-time music librarian and a staff of assistants who help
students in the use of scores, recordings, listening stations, ear training programs, and video equipment available there.
The Computer Music Laboratory, located in O14, Dacus Library, includes facilities and equipment for composition.
For more information on the Department of Music, please visit www.winthrop.edu/music/.
Admission
To be admitted as a music major, a student must perform an entrance audition that demonstrates background in applied
music sufficient to meet the performance requirements of first-year applied music study at the collegiate level. Students may
be admitted as music majors on “condition.” “Condition” must be removed by the end of two semesters of study for the
student to continue as a music major. In addition, all entering music majors take a basic music skills examination. Entrance
auditions and placement tests are given during the spring semester and summer orientation sessions.
For a complete listing of requirements for admission to the Teacher Education Program, consult the Riley College of
Education section of this catalog, page 75.
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Entrance Audition
Bachelor of Music Degree. Entrance audition requirements for specific performance areas of applied music study may
be found on the departmental website. Students auditioning for the B.M. degree are expected to demonstrate technical facility and musicianship which distinguish the student as one who can fulfill the rigorous performance requirements in this
professional program.
Bachelor of Music Education and Bachelor of Arts Degrees. Entrance audition requirements for the B.M.E. and B.A.
degrees may be found on the departmental website. Students should be prepared to demonstrate their performance ability
effectively by performing compositions of different styles.
Music Scholarships
The Department of Music has a dynamic policy that offers a broad range of music scholarship opportunities for qualified
freshmen and transfer students who demonstrate a high level of achievement in music performance and plan to major in
music. All scholarships are selected through competitive auditions and are renewable for a period of up to four years (2-4
years for transfer students). Additional information on music scholarships is available on the website.
Performance Requirements for Graduation
Bachelor of Music Degree. Majors in the B.M. program must present a half-recital in the junior year and a full
recital in the senior year.
Bachelor of Music Education Degree. Students in the B.M.E. program must present a half-recital in the senior
year.
Bachelor of Arts Degree. There is no recital requirement for graduation in the Bachelor of Arts curriculum. B.A.
students must enroll in applied music for at least six semesters.
Keyboard Skills Examination
B.M.E. majors and B.M. performance majors must take a keyboard skills examination at the end of the sophomore year.
B.M. students may satisfy this requirement through successful completion of MUSA 282 (Piano Class IV). B.M.E. students
who do not successfully complete the examination by the end of the sophomore year may not enroll in junior-level music
courses.
Jazz Studies Focus Program
The Jazz Studies Focus Program is designed for undergraduate music majors who wish to pursue a focus in jazz studies
in their degree program. It consists of performance-oriented courses that introduce the student to learning jazz repertory
on his/her major instrument, playing jazz standards, improvising through guided performance practices, exploring jazz
theory and nomenclature, and experiencing writing for jazz combos and large jazz ensembles. For more information on
the Jazz Studies Focus Program, consult the Undergraduate Music Student Handbook.
Performance Focus Program
The purpose of the Performance Focus program is to offer those undergraduate students enrolled in music degree
programs other than music performance, and who meet the quality standards of a performance major, an option to earn a
Performance Focus while being enrolled in a Bachelor of Arts in Music or Bachelor of Music Education Choral or Instrumental degree program. More information on this program is available in the latest edition of the Undergraduate Music
Student Handbook.
Minor in Music
Students may earn a minor in music if they are majoring in an area other than music. For the specific requirements for
the minor in music, see the section on minors, page 135.
Sophomore Review
The purpose of the Sophomore Review is to evaluate all music education candidates for eligibility for entry into the
Teacher Education Program at Winthrop. All music education majors will stand for the Sophomore Review during their
fourth semester as a music education major (normally the second semester of their sophomore year, or the semester
during which they will complete 60 semester hours). This review will be administered by the Music Education Committee in the Department of Music. Successful completion of the Sophomore Review is required before a student will be
permitted to enroll in junior-level music education courses (i.e., MUST 317, 590, and 300-level applied music) and apply
for formal entry into the Teacher Education program in the Richard W. Riley College of Education.
Website
For more detailed information on any area listed above, please visit our website at www.winthrop.edu/music/.
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Bachelor of Arts in Music
It is the purpose of the Bachelor of Arts degree with a major in Music to provide students with a general music
education within a liberal arts setting. Students will acquire and expand their knowledge of musicianship and
performance which serve to develop their creative and musical potentials.
General Education Courses
ACAD 101
Shared Skills and Proficiencies
Writing and Critical Thinking
WRIT 101, HMXP 102, CRTW 201
Principles of the Learning Academy
Composition; The Human Experience: Who Am I?
Crit Reading, Thinking, & Writing
See approved list, p. 16
See approved list, p. 16
Met in major with MUST 306
See approved list, p. 16; may be met by other req
See approved list, p. 16
Semester Hours
1
Oral Communication
Technology
Intensive Writing
Constitution Requirement
Physical Activity
Thinking CriticallyAcross Disciplines
Global Perspectives
Met in major with MUST 307
Historical Perspectives
Met in major with MUST 305
Introducing Students to Broad Disciplinary Perspectives
Social Science
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
Humanities and Arts
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
Quantitative Skills and Natural Science (3 courses)
Quantitative Skills
See approved list, p. 16
Natural Science
See approved list, p. 16 [Must include a lab science. If 2
courses taken, must be in 2 different groups:
Life, Physical, Earth].
Subtotal
Music Core – Applied
MUSA 111-112, 211-212, 311-312
Private Lessons in the Major Instrument
MUSA 151 or 152 (guitar, piano, organ,
voice majors), 156 or 157 (wind/percusMajor Ensemble (guitar majors may substitute up to
sion majors), or 161 (string majors)
3 hours of MUSA 168)
MUSA 181-182
Piano Class I-II
Music Core – Theoretical
MUST 121
Introduction to Music Technology
MUST 111-112, 211-212
Music Theory I-IV
MUST 113-114, 213-214
Aural Skills I-IV
MUST 305, 306, 307
Music History Sequence
MUSA/MUST Electives
Any courses numbered above 299 except MUST 315
MUST 5___
500-level MUST elective
Other Music Requirements
MUSR 498
Recital Attendance Requirement
Minor
Electives
Choose from courses with any course designator other than MUSA or MUST
Total
**C or better must be earned in each course and cannot be taken on the S/U basis.
A minimum of 21 hours of MUSA/MUST courses must be taken in residence at Winthrop University.
Note: No more than 36 hours in any one subject (or course designator) may apply to the BA degree.
9
3
3
0
0-3
1
0
0
6
6
9-12
(3-8)
(3-8)
38-44
14**
6
6
2
34**
1
12
4
9
5
3
0
15-24
4-19
120
See pages 16-18 for additional degree requirements
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Bachelor of Music Education - Choral Certification
It is the purpose of the Bachelor of Music Education degree with Choral Certification to provide students with a
comprehensive music program of study where they will have the opportunity to develop their creative and musical
potentials; acquire skills in and expand their knowledge of performance, musicianship, analysis and synthesis; and to
prepare them for a career in music education or for advanced study in music. This degree leads to certification as a PK-12
elementary or choral music educator.
General Education Courses
ACAD 101
Shared Skills and Proficiencies
Writing and Critical Thinking
WRIT 101, HMXP 102, CRTW 201
Principles of the Learning Academy
Composition; The Human Experience: Who Am I?
Crit Reading, Thinking, & Writing
Met in the Education Sequence with MUST 590
Met in the Education Sequence with EDUC 305
Met in major with MUST 306
See approved list, p. 16; may be met by other req
See approved list, p. 16
Semester Hours
1
Oral Communication
Technology
Intensive Writing
Constitution Requirement
Physical Activity
Thinking CriticallyAcross Disciplines
Global Perspectives
Met in major with MUST 307
Historical Perspectives
Met in major with MUST 305
Introducing Students to Broad Disciplinary Perspectives
Social Science
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
3 hours met in the Education Sequence with EDUC 200
Humanities and Arts
Met in major with MUSA 151/152 and MUST 306
Quantitative Skills and Natural Science (3 courses)
Quantitative Skills
See approved list, p. 16
Natural Science
See approved list, p. 16 [Must include a lab science. If 2
courses taken, must be in 2 different groups:
Life, Physical, Earth].
Subtotal
Music Core – Applied
MUSA 151 or 152
Major Choral Ensemble
MUSA 14_, 15_ or 16_
Small Ensemble Requirement
MUSA 111-112, 211-212, 311-312, 411
Private Lessons in the Major Instrument
MUSA 181-182, 281-282, 110A
Piano Class I-IV, Secondary Piano
MUSA 292
Instrumental Methods for Choral Students
Music Core – Theoretical
MUST 111-112, 211-212
Music Theory I-IV
MUST 113-114, 213-214
Aural Skills I-IV
MUST 121
Introduction to Music Technology
MUST 237
Diction for Choral Majors
MUST 305, 306, 307
Music History Sequence
MUST 317-318
Beginning & Intermediate Conducting
MUST 319
Vocal Pedagogy
MUST 411, 522
Form & Analysis, Choral Arranging & Composition
MUST 5___
500-level MUST elective
Professional Education Sequence
EDUC 101**
Developing Observation and Analysis Skills
EDUC 200**
Developmental Sciences and the Context of Poverty
EDUC 220**
Assessment to Meet Diverse Needs
EDCO 201**
Literacy and the English Language Learner
EDCO 202**
Supporting Except & Gifted Lrnrs in the Gen Ed Classrm
EDCO 305**
Technology in the Classroom
EDCO 350**
Acad & Social Strat for Estab an Inclusive Classroom Climate
EDUC 400**
Internship I: Culture and Climate
EDUC 403
Internship II: Assessment & Instruct, Secondary & K-12
EDUC 410**
Education in a Democracy
MUST 190, 590, 591, 593
Music Education Core Courses
MUSR 282
Keyboard Proficiency
MUSR 290
Sophomore Review for Music Education
MUSR 312
Junior Recital
9
0
0
0
0-3
1
0
0
3
0
9-12
(3-8)
(3-8)
23-29
22**
7
2
7
5
1
43**
12
4
1
1
9
6
2
5
3
36
1
3
2
2
2
2
3
1
10
2
8**
0
0
0
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MUSR 412
Senior Recital: Music Education
0
MUSR 498
Recital Attendance Requirement
0
Total
124
**C (2.0) or better must be earned in each course and cannot be taken on the S/U basis
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
A minimum of 21 hours of MUSA/MUST courses in residence at Winthrop University
A minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75 is required for admission to Teacher Education at Winthrop.
Passage of the PRAXIS II Series content area examinations is required prior to entry into the professional stage for
all candidates in the teacher education program. For the most current PRAXIS information required for test(s) in your
content area, visit the South Carolina Department of Education website: http://ed.sc.gov/agency/ee/EducatorServices/Licensure/Required-Examinations.cfm.
See pages 16-18 for additional degree requirements
Bachelor of Music Education-Instrumental Certification
It is the purpose of the Bachelor of Music Education degree with Instrumental Certification to provide students with
a comprehensive music program of study where they will have the opportunity to develop their creative and musical
potentials; acquire skills in and expand their knowledge of performance, musicianship, analysis and synthesis; and to
prepare them for a career in music education or for advanced study in music. This degree program leads to certification
as a PK-12 elementary, band or orchestral music educator.
General Education Courses
ACAD 101
Shared Skills and Proficiencies
Writing and Critical Thinking
WRIT 101, HMXP 102, CRTW 201
Principles of the Learning Academy
Composition; The Human Experience: Who Am I?
Crit Reading, Thinking, & Writing
Met in the Education Sequence with MUST 590
Met in the Education Sequence with EDUC 305
Met in major with MUST 306
See approved list, p. 16; may be met by other req
See approved list, p. 16
Semester Hours
1
Oral Communication
Technology
Intensive Writing
Constitution Requirement
Physical Activity
Thinking CriticallyAcross Disciplines
Global Perspectives
Met in major with MUST 307
Historical Perspectives
Met in major with MUST 305
Introducing Students to Broad Disciplinary Perspectives
Social Science
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
3 hours met in the Education Sequence with EDUC 200
Humanities and Arts
Met in major with MUSA 156/157/161 and MUST 306
Quantitative Skills and Natural Science (3 courses)
Quantitative Skills
See approved list, p. 16
Natural Science
See approved list, p. 16 [Must include a lab science. If 2
courses taken, must be in 2 different groups:
Life, Physical, Earth].
Subtotal
Music Core – Applied
MUSA 156 or 157 (wind/percussion majors)
or 161 (string majors)
Major Instrumental Ensemble
MUSA 14_, 15_ or 16_
Small Ensemble Requirement
MUSA 111-112, 211-212, 311-312, 411
Private Lessons in the Major Instrument
MUSA 181-182, 281-282
Piano Class I-IV
MUSA 291, 293, 295, 296, 297
Vocal and Instrumental Methods Courses
Music Core – Theoretical
MUST 111-112, 211-212
Music Theory I-IV
MUST 113-114, 213-214
Aural Skills I-IV
MUST 121
Introduction to Music Technology
MUST 305, 306, 307
Music History Sequence
MUST 317-318
Beginning & Intermediate Conducting
MUST 341
Marching Band Techniques
MUST 411, 521
Form & Analysis, Instrumental Arranging & Composition
MUST 5___
500-level MUST elective
9
0
0
0
0-3
1
0
0
3
0
9-12
(3-8)
(3-8)
23-29
25**
7
2
7
4
5
41**
12
4
1
9
6
1
5
3
117
Professional Education Sequence
EDUC 101**
EDUC 200**
EDUC 220**
EDCO 201**
EDCO 202**
EDCO 305**
EDCO 350**
EDUC 400**
EDUC 403
EDUC 410**
MUST 190, 590, 591, 593
MUSR 282
MUSR 290
MUSR 312
MUSR 411
MUSR 498
COLLEGE OF VISUAL & PERFORMING ARTS--MUSIC PERFORMANCE
36
Developing Observation and Analysis Skills
1
Developmental Sciences and the Context of Poverty
3
Assessment to Meet Diverse Needs
2
Literacy and the English Language Learner
2
Supporting Except & Gifted Lrnrs in the Gen Ed Classrm
2
Technology in the Classroom
2
Acad & Social Strat for Estab an Inclusive Classroom Climate 3
Internship I: Culture and Climate
1
Internship II: Assessment & Instruct, Secondary & K-12
10
Education in a Democracy
2
Music Education Core Courses
8**
Keyboard Proficiency
0
Sophomore Review for Music Education
0
Junior Recital
0
Senior Recital: Music Education
0
Recital Attendance Requirement
0
Total
**C (2.0) or better must be earned in each course and may not be taken on the S/U basis.
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ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
A minimum of 21 hours of MUSA/MUST courses in residence at Winthrop University
A minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75 is required for all courses taken at Winthrop.
Passage of the PRAXIS II Series content area examinations is required prior to entry into the professional stage for
all candidates in the teacher education program. For the most current PRAXIS information required for test(s) in your
content area, visit the South Carolina Department of Education website: http://ed.sc.gov/agency/ee/EducatorServices/Licensure/Required-Examinations.cfm.
See pages 16-18 for additional degree requirements
Bachelor of Music in Performance
It is the purpose of the Bachelor of Music degree to provide students with a comprehensive music program of study
where they will have the opportunity to develop their creative and musical potentials; acquire skills in and expand
their knowledge of performance, musicianship, analysis and synthesis; and prepare them for a performing career or for
advanced study in music.
General Education Courses
ACAD 101
Shared Skills and Proficiencies
Writing and Critical Thinking
WRIT 101, HMXP 102, CRTW 201
Principles of the Learning Academy
Composition; The Human Experience: Who Am I?
Crit Reading, Thinking, & Writing
See approved list, p. 16
See approved list, p. 16
Met in major with MUST 306
See approved list, p. 16; may be met by other req
See approved list, p. 16
Semester Hours
1
Oral Communication
Technology
Intensive Writing
Constitution Requirement
Physical Activity
Thinking CriticallyAcross Disciplines
Global Perspectives
Met in major with MUST 307
Historical Perspectives
Met in major with MUST 305
Introducing Students to Broad Disciplinary Perspectives
Social Science
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
Humanities and Arts
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
Quantitative Skills and Natural Science (3 courses)
Quantitative Skills
See approved list, p. 16
Natural Science
See approved list, p. 16 [Must include a lab science. If 2
courses taken, must be in 2 different groups:
Life, Physical, Earth].
Subtotal
9
3
3
0
0-3
1
0
0
6
6
9-12
(3-8)
(3-8)
38-44
118
Music Core – Applied
MUSA 111-112, 211-212, 311-312,
411-412
MUSA 151 or 152 (guitar, piano, organ,
voice majors), 156 or 157 (wind/percussion majors), or 161 (string majors)
MUSA 14_, 15_ or 16_
MUSA 181-182, 281-282
Music Core – Theoretical
MUST 111-112, 211-212
MUST 113-114, 213-214
MUST 121
MUST 305, 306, 307
MUST 317, 411
MUSA/MUST Electives
MUST 5___
Other Music Requirements
MUSR 282
MUSR 212
MUSR 312
MUSR 412
MUSR 498
Electives
COLLEGE OF VISUAL & PERFORMING ARTS--MUSIC PERFORMANCE
30**
Private Lessons in the Major Instrument
Major Ensemble (guitar majors may substitute up to
5 hours of MUSA 168)
Small Ensemble Requirement
Piano Class I-IV
Music Theory I-IV
Aural Skills I-IV
Introduction to Music Technology
Music History Sequence
Beginning Conducting, Form and Analysis
Any courses above 299 except MUST 315
(voice majors must include MUST 319, 321, 322)
500-level MUST electives (piano majors must include
MUST 501 and 520; percussion majors must
include MUST 517; voice majors must include MUST 505
or 506)
Keyboard Proficiency
Sophomore Performance Review
Junior Recital: Performance
Senior Recital: Performance
Recital Attendance Requirement
Choose courses from any discipline on campus
(voice majors must include MUST 235 and 236)
Total
**C or better must be earned in each course and cannot be taken on the S/U basis.
16
8
2
4
52**
12
4
1
9
6
11
9
0
0
0
0
0
6
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ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
A minimum of 21 hours of MUSA/MUST courses in residence at Winthrop University
A minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 is required for all courses taken at Winthrop.
See pages 16-18 for additional degree requirements
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Bachelor of Music in Composition
(Formerly Bachelor of Music in Performance-Composition) Pending SC Commission on Higher Ed Approval
It is the purpose of the Bachelor of Music degree in Composition to provide students with a comprehensive music
program of study where they will have the opportunity to develop their creative and musical potentials; acquire skills
in and expand their knowledge of composition, musicianship, analysis and synthesis; and prepare them for a career as a
composer or for advanced study in music.
General Education Courses
ACAD 101
Shared Skills and Proficiencies
Writing and Critical Thinking
WRIT 101, HMXP 102, CRTW 201
Principles of the Learning Academy
Composition; The Human Experience: Who Am I?
Crit Reading, Thinking, & Writing
See approved list, p. 16; may be met by other req
See approved list, p. 16; may be met by other req
Met in major with MUST 306
See approved list, p. 16; may be met by other req
See approved list, p. 16
Semester Hours
1
Oral Communication
Technology
Intensive Writing
Constitution Requirement
Physical Activity
Thinking CriticallyAcross Disciplines
Global Perspectives
Met in major with MUST 307
Historical Perspectives
Met in major with MUST 305
Introducing Students to Broad Disciplinary Perspectives
Social Science
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
Humanities and Arts
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
(cannot use Music courses)
Quantitative Skills and Natural Science (3 courses)
Quantitative Skills
See approved list, p. 16
Natural Science
See approved list, p. 16 [Must include a lab science. If 2
courses taken, must be in 2 different groups:
Life, Physical, Earth].
Subtotal
Music Core – Applied
MUSA 131-132, 231-232, 331-332, 431-432
Private Lessons in Composition
MUSA 149
Contemporary Music Ensemble
MUSA 151, 152, 156, 157 or 161
Major Ensemble
MUSA 14_, 15_ or 16_
Small Ensemble Requirement
MUSA 181-182, 281-282
Piano Class I-IV
MUST 531-532
Computer Music Composition I & II
Music Core – Theoretical
MUST 111-112, 211-212
Music Theory I-IV
MUST 113-114, 213-214
Aural Skills I-IV
MUST 121
Introduction to Music Technology
MUST 305, 306, 307
Music History Sequence
MUST 317, 318
Beg Conducting, Intermed Conducting
MUST 411
Form & Analysis
MUST 511, 513
Orchestration, Counterpoint
MUST 5__
500-level music electives
Other Music Requirements
MUSR 282
Keyboard Proficiency
MUSR 212
Sophomore Performance Review
MUSR 312
Junior Recital
MUSR 412
Senior Recital
MUSR 498
Recital Attendance
Electives
Total
9
0-3
0-3
0
0-3
1
0
0
6
6
9-12
(3-8)
(3-8)
32-41
36**
16
6
2
2
4
6
47**
12
4
1
9
6
3
6
6
0
0
0
0
0
0-5
120
**C or better must be earned in each course and cannot be taken on the S/U basis.
See pages 16-18 for additional degree requirements
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THEATRE and DANCE
COLLEGE OF VISUAL & PERFORMING ARTS--THEATRE & DANCE
Faculty
Professors
Andrew Vorder Bruegge
Daniel Gordon, Chair
Janet Gray
Annie-Laurie Wheat
Associate Professors
Stephen Gundersheim
Sandra Neels
Anna Sartin
Assistant Professors
Laura Dougherty
Biff Edge
Meg Griffin
Emily Morgan
Kelly Ozust
Instructors
~
Zinorl Bronola
Adjuncts
Jimmy Chrismon
Mia Cunningham
Brenda Floyd
Stacy Garrett McConnell
Jennifer Pierce
Sarah Provencal
Lauren Skrabalak
Aron Smart
Bethany Tuffy
Amy Turner Thompson
The Department of Theatre and Dance offers the Bachelor of Arts Degree in Theatre (with emphases in theatre performance, design and technical theatre, or musical theatre) and the Bachelor of Arts degree in Dance. Teacher certification
options are available in both theatre and dance. The programs prepare students for a variety of career opportunities and/
or graduate study. Winthrop University is an accredited institutional member of the National Association of Schools of
Theatre (NAST) and the National Association of Schools of Dance (NASD).
Theatre and Dance Scholarships
Scholarships are available in both Theatre and Dance. These awards, ranging from $500 to the full cost of tuition per
year, are based upon audition or portfolio review as an indication of artistic ability. There are Producers Circle Scholarships for continuing students in amounts from $200 to $1000 per year. The Blair E. Beasley, Jr. Directing Scholarship is
awarded to a student who demonstrates excellence in directing. The Martie Curran Scholarship is awarded to an exceptional theatre major. The Mary Howey Deckle Scholarship is awarded to one exceptional theatre student. The Lyssa
Rauch Scholarship is awarded to an exceptional theatre education senior. The Rose Family/Concepts in Motivation
Dance Scholarship is awarded to an exceptional dance student from the mid-Atlantic states. The York County Ballet
Dance Scholarship is awarded to an exceptional dance major. The City of Rock Hill Christmasville Dance Scholarship is
awarded to a continuing dance major.
Graduation Requirements
Students must attain a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.00 in courses taken at Winthrop University. Students must complete a minimum of 12 semester hours in either DANA/DANT courses (B.A. degree in Dance), or THRT/
THRA courses (B.A. in Theatre) in residence at Winthrop, and must attain a minimum cumulative grade point average
of 2.00 in the major program. Dance and Theatre majors must earn a grade of C- or better in all courses in their major
program. Dance majors are required to take at least one technique class each semester.
In addition to the required program, students must select and complete a minor and achieve a minimum cumulative
grade-point average of 2.00 in all courses counted toward the minor. Within the 120 hours required for this degree, the
student must include a minimum of 40 semester hours in courses numbered above 299.
Minor in Theatre or Dance
The Department of Theatre and Dance offers minors in both theatre and dance. For the specific requirements of
the minors, see the section on minors, page 135.
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Bachelor of Arts in Dance
General Education Courses
ACAD 101
Shared Skills and Proficiencies
Writing and Critical Thinking
WRIT 101, HMXP 102, CRTW 201
Principles of the Learning Academy
Composition; The Human Experience: Who Am I?
Crit Reading, Thinking, & Writing
See approved list, p. 16
See approved list, p. 16
Met in major with DANT 386
See approved list, p. 16; may be met by other req
Met in major with DANA course
Semester Hours
1
Oral Communication
Technology
Intensive Writing
Constitution Requirement
Physical Activity
Thinking CriticallyAcross Disciplines
Global Perspectives
See approved list, p. 16
Historical Perspectives
Met in major with DANT 385
Introducing Students to Broad Disciplinary Perspectives
Social Science
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
Humanities and Arts
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
3 hours met in major
Quantitative Skills and Natural Science (3 courses)
Quantitative Skills
See approved list, p. 16
Natural Science
See approved list, p. 16 [Must include a lab science. If 2
courses taken, must be in 2 different groups:
Life, Physical, Earth].
Subtotal
Dance Major Courses (C- or better in each course required.)
DANA 111
Modern Dance IA
DANA 112
Modern Dance IB
DANA 185
Dance Technique Conditioning Laboratory (six semesters)
DANA 211
Modern Dance IIA
DANA 212
Modern Dance II B
DANA 311
Modern Dance IIIA
DANA 312
Modern Dance IIIB
DANA 121
Ballet IA
DANA 122
Ballet IB
DANA 221
Ballet IIA
DANA 222
Ballet IIB
DANA 251 or 252
Jazz Technique I or II
DANA 258
World Dance Forms
DANA 442
Senior Thesis Showcase
DANA 443 and/or 444
Dance Prod: Practicum and/or Dance Perf: Practicum
DANT 110
Introduction to Dance
DANT 200
Improvisation
DANT 201
Choreography I
DANT 205
Music for Dance
DANT 301
Choreography II
DANT 372
Dance Kinesiology
DANT 385
Dance History: Origins and Traditions
DANT 386
Dance History: Contemporary Eras
DANT 432
Careers and Current Trends in Dance
DCED 342
Dance Pedagogy: Modern, Jazz, Ballet
THRT 115
Introduction to Production
Electives selected from DANA, DANT, DCED, or 200-level and above VPAS
Minor
General Electives
Total
Note: No more than 36 hours in any one subject (or course designator) may apply to the BA degree.
9
3
3
0
0-3
0
3
0
6
3
9-12
(3-8)
(3-8)
37-43
54
1
1
0
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
3
1
1
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
9
15-24
0-14
120
See pages 16-18 for additional degree requirements
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Bachelor of Arts in Dance with Teacher Certification (K-12)
General Education Courses
ACAD 101
Shared Skills and Proficiencies
Writing and Critical Thinking
WRIT 101, HMXP 102, CRTW 201
Principles of the Learning Academy
Composition; The Human Experience: Who Am I?
Crit Reading, Thinking, & Writing
See approved list, p. 16
Met in the Education Sequence with EDCO 305
Met in major with DANT 386
See approved list, p. 16; may be met by other req
Met in major with DANA course
Semester Hours
1
Oral Communication
Technology
Intensive Writing
Constitution Requirement
Physical Activity
Thinking CriticallyAcross Disciplines
Global Perspectives
See approved list, p. 16
Historical Perspectives
Met in major with DANT 385
Introducing Students to Broad Disciplinary Perspectives
Social Science
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
3 hours met in the Education Sequence with EDUC 200
Humanities and Arts
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
3 hours met in major with DANT 201
Quantitative Skills and Natural Science (3 courses)
Quantitative Skills
See approved list, p. 16
Natural Science
See approved list, p. 16 [Must include a lab science. If 2
courses taken, must be in 2 different groups:
Life, Physical, Earth].
Subtotal
Dance Major Courses (C- or better in each course required.)
DANA 111
Modern Dance IA
DANA 112
Modern Dance IB
DANA 185
Dance Technique Conditioning Laboratory (six semesters)
DANA 211
Modern Dance IIA
DANA 212
Modern Dance II B
DANA 311
Modern Dance IIIA
DANA 312
Modern Dance IIIB
DANA 121
Ballet IA
DANA 122
Ballet IB
DANA 221
Ballet IIA
DANA 222
Ballet IIB
DANA 251 or 252
Jazz Technique I or II
DANA 258
World Dance Forms
DANA 443 and/or 444
Dance Prod: Pract and/or Dance Perf: Pract
DANT 110
Introduction to Dance
DANT 200
Improvisation
DANT 201
Choreography I
DANT 301
Choreography II
DANT 205
Music for Dance
DANT 372
Dance Kinesiology
DANT 385
Dance Hist: Primitive Cult through 19th Cent
DANT 386
Dance History: 1900 to Present
DANT 432
Careers and Current Trends in Dance
THRT 115
Introduction to Production
DCED 212
Creative Movement
DCED 345
Exploring K-12 Dance Education
DCED 342
Dance Pedagogy: Modern, Jazz, Ballet
DCED 343
Field Experience in Dance
DCED 391
Principles of Teaching Dance
Professional Education Sequence
EDUC 101*
Developing Observation and Analysis Skills
EDUC 200*
Developmental Sciences and the Context of Poverty
EDUC 220*
Assessment to Meet Diverse Needs
EDCO 201*
Literacy and the English Language Learner
EDCO 202*
Supporting Except & Gifted Lrners in the Gen Ed Classrm
9
3
0
0
0-3
0
3
0
3
3
9-12
(3-8)
(3-8)
31-37
52
1
1
0
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
1
1
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
0
3
28
1
3
2
2
2
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EDCO 305*
Technology in the Classroom
2
EDCO 350*
Acad & Social Strat for Estab Inclusive Classroom Climate
3
EDUC 400*
Internship I: Culture and Climate
1
EDUC 403*
Internship II: Assessment & Instruct, Secondary & K-12
10
EDUC 410*
Education in a Democracy
2
Electives
3-9
Total
120
*A grade of C or better must be earned and cannot be taken on the S/U basis.
In addition to the requirements for their major, students must meet requirements for the Teacher Education Program
which include the requirements for Admission to Teacher Education, Entry to the Professional Stage, and Program Completion. For information on these requirements, consult the Student Academic Services in the Riley College of Education.
Passage of the PRAXIS II Series content area examinations is required prior to entry into the professional stage
for all candidates in the teacher education program. For the most current PRAXIS information required for test(s) in
your content area, visit the South Carolina Department of Education website: http://ed.sc.gov/agency/ee/EducatorServices/Licensure/Required-Examinations.cfm.
Dance Education students may have to travel farther than students in other content areas for their field experience
and/or internship because there are a limited number of dance education programs with certified teachers in school
districts surrounding the Winthrop University campus. The Richard W. Riley College of Education and the Department
of Theatre and Dance work together to place students with mentor teachers in appropriate dance education programs.
Please consider the need to travel, relocate, and/or make special housing arrangements during the field experience and/
or internship semesters.
The department offers the Internship I placement during the fall semester only, requiring students to complete Internship II placement during the following spring semester. Students should plan their academic progress carefully in
conjunction with faculty supervisors.
See pages 16-18 for additional degree requirements
Bachelor of Arts in Theatre: Performance Emphasis
General Education Courses
ACAD 101
Shared Skills and Proficiencies
Writing and Critical Thinking
WRIT 101, HMXP 102, CRTW 201
Principles of the Learning Academy
Composition; The Human Experience: Who Am I?
Crit Reading, Thinking, & Writing
Met in major with THRA 120
See approved list, p. 16
Met in major with THRT 386
See approved list, p. 16; may be met by other req
Met in major with DANA course
Semester Hours
1
Oral Communication
Technology
Intensive Writing
Constitution Requirement
Physical Activity
Thinking CriticallyAcross Disciplines
Global Perspectives
Met in major with THRT 210
Historical Perspectives
Met in major with THRT 385
Introducing Students to Broad Disciplinary Perspectives
Social Science
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
Humanities and Arts
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
(Cannot use Theatre designators)
Quantitative Skills and Natural Science (3 courses)
Quantitative Skills
See approved list, p. 16
Natural Science
See approved list, p. 16 [Must include a lab science. If 2
courses taken, must be in 2 different groups:
Life, Physical, Earth].
Subtotal
Theatre Major Courses (C- or better required in each course)
THRT 110
Introduction to Design for Theatre
THRT 115
Introduction to Production
THRT 210
Script Analysis
THRT 385
Theatre History and Literature I
THRT 386
Theatre History and Literature II
THRA 120
Acting I
THRA 160
Stage Make-Up
THRA 173
Theatre Practicum: House Management
9
0
3
0
0-3
0
0
0
6
6
9-12
(3-8)
(3-8)
34-40
51
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
1
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THRA 180
Technical Theatre Practicum: Running Crew
0
THRA 220
Voice and Movement for the Actor
3
THRA 320
Acting II
3
THRA 330
Stage Management
3
THRA 331
Directing I
3
THRA 421, 422
Acting Styles I & II
6
DANA XXX
Two courses required in dance technique
2
Electives selected from THRA, THRT, and THED courses or 200-level and above VPAS
9
Minor
15-24
General Electives
5-20
Total
120
Note: No more than 36 hours in any one subject (or course designator) may apply to the BA degree.
See pages 16-18 for additional degree requirements
Bachelor of Arts in Theatre with Design/Technical Emphasis
General Education Courses
ACAD 101
Shared Skills and Proficiencies
Writing and Critical Thinking
WRIT 101, HMXP 102, CRTW 201
Principles of the Learning Academy
Composition; The Human Experience: Who Am I?
Crit Reading, Thinking, & Writing
Met in major with THRA 120
See approved list, p. 16
Met in major with THRT 386
See approved list, p. 16; may be met by other req
See approved list, p. 16
Semester Hours
1
Oral Communication
Technology
Intensive Writing
Constitution Requirement
Physical Activity
Thinking CriticallyAcross Disciplines
Global Perspectives
Met in major with THRT 210
Historical Perspectives
Met in major with THRT 385
Introducing Students to Broad Disciplinary Perspectives
Social Science
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
Humanities and Arts
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
(Cannot use Theatre designators)
Quantitative Skills and Natural Science (3 courses)
Quantitative Skills
See approved list
Natural Science
See approved list, p. 16 [Must include a lab science. If 2
courses taken, must be in 2 different groups:
Life, Physical, Earth].
Subtotal
Theatre Major Courses (C- or better required in each course)
THRT 110
Introduction to Design for Theatre
THRT 115
Introduction to Production
THRT 210
Script Analysis
THRT 385
Theatre History and Literature I
THRT 386
Theatre History and Literature II
THRT 312
History of Dress and Décor
THRA 120
Acting I
THRA 160
Stage Make-Up
THRA 180
Technical Theatre Practicum: Running Crew
THRA 260
Stagecraft
THRA 261
Stage Lighting
THRA 330
Stage Management
THRA 331
Directing I
THRA 360
Scene Design
THRA 361
Costuming
THRA 378, 379
Theatre Practicum: Scenic Studio/Costume Studio
Electives selected from THRA, THRT, THED or 200-level and above VPAS
Minor
General Electives
Total
Note: No more than 36 hours in any one subject (or course designator) may apply to the BA degree.
See pages 16-18 for additional degree requirements
Bachelor of Arts in Theatre with Teacher Certification (K-12)
9
0
3
0
0-3
1
0
0
6
6
9-12
(3-8)
(3-8)
35-41
51
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
0
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
6
15-24
4-19
120
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General Education Courses
ACAD 101
Shared Skills and Proficiencies
Writing and Critical Thinking
WRIT 101, HMXP 102, CRTW 201
Principles of the Learning Academy
Composition; The Human Experience: Who Am I?
Crit Reading, Thinking, & Writing
Met in major with THRA 120
Met in the Education Sequence with EDCO 305
Met in major with THRT 386
See approved list, p. 16; may be met by other req
See approved list, p. 16
Semester Hours
1
Oral Communication
Technology
Intensive Writing
Constitution Requirement
Physical Activity
Thinking CriticallyAcross Disciplines
Global Perspectives
Met in major with THRT 210
Historical Perspectives
Met in major with THRT 385
Introducing Students to Broad Disciplinary Perspectives
Social Science
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
3 hours met in the Education Sequence with EDUC 200
Humanities and Arts
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators and
cannot use THRA or THRT
Quantitative Skills and Natural Science (3 courses)
Quantitative Skills
See approved list, p. 16
Natural Science
See approved list, p. 16
Subtotal
Theatre Major Courses (C- or better required in each course)
THRT 110
Introduction to Design for Theatre
THRT 115
Introduction to Production
THRT 210
Script Analysis
THRT 385
Theatre History and Literature I
THRT 386
Theatre History and Literature II
THRA 120
Acting I
THRA 180
Technical Theatre Practicum: Running Crew
THRA 220
Voice and Movement for the Actor
THRA 320
Acting II
THRA 330
Stage Management
THRA 331
Directing I
THRA 431
Directing II
THED 212
Creative Drama
THED 342
Theatre for Youth
THED 343
Field Experience in Theatre
THED 345
Exploring K-12 Theatre Education
THED 391
Principles of Teaching Theatre
Nine hours selected from THRA 160, 260, 261, and 361
Professional Education Sequence
EDUC 101*
Developing Observation and Analysis Skills
EDUC 200*
Developmental Sciences and the Context of Poverty
EDUC 220*
Assessment to Meet Diverse Needs
EDCO 201*
Literacy and the English Language Learner
EDCO 202*
Supporting Except & Gifted Lrnrs in the Gen Ed Classrm
EDCO 305*
Technology in the Classroom
EDCO 350 *
Acad & Social Strat for Estab Inclusive Classrm Climate
EDUC 400*
Internship I: Culture and Climate
EDUC 403*
Internship II: Assessment & Instruct, Secondary & K-12
EDUC 410*
Education in a Democracy
Electives
Total
*A grade of C or better must be earned and cannnot be taken on the S/U basis.
9
0
0
0
0-3
1
0
0
3
6
9-12
(3-8)
(3-8)
29-35
54
3
3
3
3
3
3
0
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
0
3
3
9
28
1
3
2
2
2
2
3
1
10
2
3-9
120
In addition to the requirements for their major, students must meet requirements for the Teacher Education Program,
which include the requirements for Admission to Teacher Education, Entry to the Professional Stage, and Program
Completion. For information on these requirements, consult the Student Academic Services in the Riley College of
Education.
Passage of the PRAXIS II Series content area examinations is required prior to entry into the professional stage for
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all candidates in the teacher education program. For the most current PRAXIS information required for test(s) in your
content area, visit the South Carolina Department of Education website: http://ed.sc.gov/agency/se/EducatorCertification-Recruitment-and-Preparation/Certification/Required-Examinations.cfm.
Theatre Education students may have to travel farther than students in other content areas for their field experience
and/or internship because there are a limited number of theatre education programs with certified teachers in school
districts surrounding the Winthrop University campus. The Richard W. Riley College of Education and the Department
of Theatre and Dance work together to place students with mentor teachers in appropriate theatre education programs.
Please consider the need to travel, relocate, and/or make special housing arrangements during the field experience and/
or internship semesters.
The department offers the Internship I placement during the fall semester only, requiring students to complete the
Internship II placement during the following spring semester. Students should plan their academic progress carefully in
conjunction with faculty supervisors.
See pages 16-18 for additional degree requirements
Bachelor of Arts in Theatre: Musical Theatre
General Education Courses
ACAD 101
Shared Skills and Proficiencies
Writing and Critical Thinking
WRIT 101, HMXP 102, CRTW 201
Principles of the Learning Academy
Semester Hours
1
Composition; The Human Experience: Who Am I?
Crit Reading, Thinking, & Writing
Met in major with THRA 120
See approved list, p. 16
Met in major with THRT 386
See approved list, p. 16; may be met by other req
Met in major with DANA course
9
Oral Communication
0
Technology
3
Intensive Writing
0
Constitution Requirement
0-3
Physical Activity
0
Thinking CriticallyAcross Disciplines
Global Perspectives
Met in major with THRT 210
0
Historical Perspectives
Met in major with THRT 385
0
Introducing Students to Broad Disciplinary Perspectives
Social Science
See approved list, p. 16; must include 2 designators
6
Humanities and Arts
Met in major with MUSA, MUST, & DANA courses
0
Quantitative Skills and Natural Science (3 courses)
9-12
Quantitative Skills
See approved list, p. 16
(3-8)
Natural Science
See approved list, p. 16
(3-8)
Subtotal
28-34
Major Courses (C- or better required in each course)
57
Vocal Ensembles (chosen from: MUSA 151, 152, 153, 154, 171, 172)
2
MUSA 101D
Voice: Non major
4
THRA 120
Acting I
3
THRA 160
Stage Make-up
3
THRA 180
Technical Theatre Practicum: Running Crew
0
THRA 220
Voice and Movement for the Actor
3
THRA 320
Acting II
3
THRA 421 or 422
Acting Styles I & II
3
THRT 110
Introduction to Design for Theatre
3
THRT 115
Introduction to Production
3
THRT 210
Script Analysis
3
THRT 385
Theatre History and Literature I
3
THRT 386
Theatre History and Literature II
3
THRT 388
Musical Theatre History
3
THRA 414
Musical Theatre Workshop
3
DANA 261
Musical Theatre Dance Forms
1
THRA 371 or 413
Practicum in Mus Theatre, Auditioning for Mus Theatre
1
Music Proficiency (or may pass proficiency exam)+
3
MUST 101+
Basic Musicianship
(2)
MUST 103+
Basic Aural Skills
(1)
MUSA 111A
Basic Piano (2 semesters)
2
Eight credits from Dance, which much include DANT 200, and seven additional DANA credits (except 443),
127
unless minoring in dance, then any 8 credits from from THRA, THRT, DANA, DANT, THED, or DCED
Minor
Electives
Total
8
15-24
5-20
120
Note: No more than 36 hours in any one subject (or course designator) may apply to the BA degree.
See pages 16-18 for additional degree requirements
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University College
Gloria G. Jones, Dean
Founded on July 1, 2003, University College brings together programs focused on increasing student achievement
and engagement across the university. The College coordinates and guides programs from both academic affairs and
student affairs across disciplines to ensure that all Winthrop students, regardless of their ultimate goals, have a common
academic foundation as they commence their course of major study.
University College is home of the General Education Program, Winthrop’s distinctive foundational academic experience. Winthrop’s General Education Core--ACAD 101: Principles of the Learning Academy; WRIT 101: Introduction to
Academic Discourse; HMXP 102: The Human Experience: Who Am I; and CRTW 201: Critical Reading, Thinking, and
Writing--captures the dynamic quality of Winthrop’s academic environment that provides students with a framework for
learning and responsible decision making that they will use throughout their lives.
Also located in University College are the Honors program, the Office of Nationally Competitive Awards, the Leadership Studies minor, the International Center, the LEAP program, the McNair Scholars Program, TRiO, the Undeclared
Advising Office for students who have not declared a major, the Office of Undergraduate Research, the Academic Success
Center, the Common Book project, the Academic Instruction and Testing Center, the Office of First-Year Experience, and
the Resource Center for Adult Students. In addition, the Teaching and Learning Center provides professional development opportunities for faculty and staff and orientation for faculty new to Winthrop. Programs housed in Student Life,
such as Orientation and the Academic Success Communities, as well as programs in Career and Civic Engagement, coordinate with University College to enhance students’ opportunities for intellectual, civic, and personal achievement.
Programs for Superior Students--Honors Program
Honors Mission Statement. Winthrop University’s Honors Program is designed to enrich the college experience for
highly talented and motivated students. Through interactions with outstanding faculty and peers, a vital community of
scholars is created that embraces the pursuit of knowledge for the enhancement of intellectual and personal growth.
Distinguishing Features. The Winthrop Honors Program has evolved into one of the university’s most exciting
offerings. During the first semester of the freshman year, students are invited to take honors courses based on their high
school grade point average and ACT/SAT score. The program requires completion of at least 23 hours of honors courses
and a service learning course/project. To receive honors credit for a course, the student must complete the course with
minimum grade of B. A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.30 is required to enroll in honors courses.
Winthrop’s Honors Program courses include:
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 Symposia that bring together talented students and exceptional teachers in a small group setting.
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 Interdisciplinary Seminars that integrate information from different areas of study.
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 Instructional alternatives such as team-teaching, guest lectures, or visits to sites or events associated with the
subject of study.
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 Special Topics courses that fulfill General Education requirements
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 Learning enrichment through multicultural and international studies.
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 Civic engagement and service learning in independent and cooperative settings.
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 Special privileges including extended library checkout during honors thesis work, honors advising, and
honors residence hall accommodations.
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Requirements for the Honors Program Degree:
 General Education Component: HMXP 102H, CRTW 201H (6 credit hours).
 Coursework Component: Completion of 15 credit hours of honors coursework with a minimum of 6 credit
hours in the major and 3 credit hours outside the major.
 Cultural Component: One honors symposium must be completed (1 credit hour).
 Independent Study Component: A senior thesis/project must be completed in the major (may count as 3
credit hours in the major or as HONR 450H - Honors Thesis for 3 credit hours) and completion of HONR
451H - Thesis Symposium (1 credit hour) at the time the thesis is written.
 Service Learning Component: A service learning class/project must be completed.
In addition to the Honors Program Degree, Winthrop encourages honors students to participate in international
study abroad opportunities by offering an Honors Program Degree with International Experience.
Requirements for the Honors Program Degree with International Experience:
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 Same Components as for the Honors Program Degree above.
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 International Experience: Completion of an extended experience outside the U. S. in a learning environment. A
semester of study abroad in an exchange program, or other university program, is the best and most common
way to meet this requirement. The equivalent of a semester abroad, comprised of several short international
experiences of at least three weeks each, will also meet this requirement.
Honors Course Categories
Honors sections of regular courses are smaller, more selective versions of standard courses. For example, instead of
a lecture class with standardized tests, honors sections may consist of 15 students graded on the basis of in-depth essays
and contributions to class discussions.
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Special topics courses are generally interdisciplinary in nature, sometimes taught by two faculty from different
disciplines. Food and Power: Politics, Public Policy and Hunger; The Arthurian Tradition; and The Films of Orson
Welles are examples of recent special topics courses. Such courses make it possible to cover subjects of particular interest
to current honors students.
Special topics courses that fulfill General Education requirements. These courses will contribute to the fulfillment
of requirements in the areas of Global Perspectives, Historical Perspectives, the Social Sciences, Humanities and Arts,
and the Natural Sciences. Recent courses include The Psychology of War, Texts You Won’t Find in the New Testament,
Theory in the Flesh and The Culture of the Cold War.
Contracted honors courses allow honors students to earn honors credit in subjects for which no formal honors
courses are available. Any course is eligible, provided the student contracts with the professor to do work of sufficient
sophistication, either in place of, or in addition to, the regular requirements of the course. A written agreement must be
drawn up within the first few days of the semester and approved by the Honors Director.
Honors symposia are 1 credit hour special interest courses generated by faculty with expertise in a specific area.
Recent Honors Symposia include: Breast Cancer, Women and Society; Nontraditional Conflict in the 21st Century; and
The Individual and Community: Sources of the Sacred in American Culture.
Independent study, in the form of research or creative work, is required for an Honors Program degree at Winthrop.
Prior to the beginning of the semester in which the work is to be undertaken, a prospectus must be approved by the
faculty project director, the appropriate department chair and dean, and the Honors Director. Student researchers are
encouraged to submit their findings to the National Collegiate Honors Council Conference, a meeting which brings
together scholars from honors programs throughout the United States, or to the Southern Regional Honors Council
Conference, a meeting of scholars from honors programs in the southeast.
Sample Timetables
Freshman: WRIT 101H (if needed), HMXP 102H, honors course in major
Sophomore: CRTW 201H, honors course, international experience*
Junior: honors course, honors symposium, service learning course
Senior: honors thesis, HONR 451H
Freshman: HMXP 102H, honors course
Sophomore: CRTW 201H, honors course, international experience*
Junior: honors course, honors symposium, service learning course
Senior: honors thesis, HONR 451H
Freshman: HMXP 102H, CRTW 201H
Sophomore: honors course, international experience*
Junior: honors course, honors symposium, service learning course
Senior: honors course, honor thesis, HONR 451H
*required only for students who desire an Honors Program Degree with International Experience.
Degree with Recognition – Transfer Students
Transfer students to Winthrop can pursue an Honors Program Degree or a Degree with Recognition. Students who
have participated in an honors program at an accredited four-year college or university are encouraged to continue in the
Winthrop Honors Program. These students may receive honors credit for honors study completed at the other institution.
With the approval of the Honors Director, students who transfer to Winthrop as sophomores may receive up to six hours
of honors credit. Students transferring as juniors may receive up to nine hours of honors credit, and senior transfer
students may receive up to twelve hours of honors credit.
A student who transfers to Winthrop with no previous honors hours and a minimum number of hours left to earn the
degree may choose to pursue a Degree with Recognition. The Degree with Recognition Program is restricted to transfer
students entering with and maintaining a 3.3 GPA, receiving transfer credit for at least 60 hours, and needing 75 hours or
fewer at Winthrop. If more than 75 hours are taken at Winthrop, the student should choose to pursue an Honors Program
Degree.
Requirements for a Degree with Recognition
In addition to meeting the eligibility requirements described in the above paragraph, a student will attain a Degree
with Recognition through satisfactory completion of at least 13 credit hours of honors courses while maintaining a 3.3
GPA based on his or her total course work. Honors courses must be completed with a B or better
to be accepted as honors credit. The following requirements must be adhered to:
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 General Education Component: HMXP 102H, CRTW 201H (6 credit hours).
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 Major Component: 6 credit hours of honors courses in the major.
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 Independent Study Component: A senior thesis/project must be completed in the major (may count as part
of the 6 credit hours in the major or as HONR 450H – Honors Thesis for 3 credit hours) and completion of
HONR 451H –Thesis Symposium (1 credit hour) at the time the thesis is written.
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 Service Learning Component: A service learning class/project must be completed.
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For more information, contact:
Kathy A. Lyon, PhD.
Honors Program Director
The Honors Center at the Courtyard
803/323-2320 or lyonk@winthrop.edu
Undeclared Major Advising Center--University College
Students who do not declare majors are assigned advisers in the Undeclared Advising Center in University College.
Undeclared majors who have completed 45 semester hours will not be permitted to register for courses until they have
declared a major. The Undeclared-major Advising Center is located in 108 Dinkins Hall.
The Common Book Project
Winthrop University’s Common Book Project is one of many programs designed to integrate students into the
university environment and provide a common academic experience. Incoming freshmen receive information about the
book at orientation and read the book during the summer. Reading the selected book is a shared experience that connects
freshmen with other members of Winthrop University--a learning-centered community. The Common Book for 2015
is The Glass Castle by Jeannette Walls. Previous Common Books include Where Am I Eating?, by Kelsey Timmerman,
The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind by William Kamkwamba, Where Am I Wearing? by Kelsey Timmerman, Make the
Impossible Possible by Bill Strickland, Growing Up by Russell Baker, Nine Hills to Nambonkaha: Two Years in the Heart
of an African Village by Sarah Erdman, The Creative Habit: Learn It and Use It for Life by Twyla Tharp, The Tipping
Point, by Malcolm Gladwell, A Hope in the Unseen, by Ron Suskind, and Into the Wild, by Jon Krakauer.
Leadership Studies Minor
Winthrop University’s Leadership Studies Program enriches the college experience by developing and enhancing
leadership skills for highly talented and motivated students. This program creates a community of learners who pursue
leadership opportunities while acquiring, focusing, and using new leadership skills.
Students will gain enhanced knowledge and understanding of specific leadership theories, concepts, and models,
preparing them for leadership responsibilities in their careers, in their community, and in the world. Leadership Studies,
with its courses and attendant opportunities, will broaden the undergraduate educational experience for motivated and
socially responsible students. See the minors section, page 135, for specific courses.
For more information, contact:
Gloria G. Jones
Dean, University College
803/323-3900 or jonesg@winthrop.edu
http://www.winthrop.edu/Leadership/
Office of Nationally Competitive Awards
The Office of Nationally Competitive Awards (ONCA) allows Winthrop University to be more intentional
and proactive about selecting the best and brightest of our student body to apply for nationally and internationally
competitive awards, scholarships, fellowships, and unique opportunities both at home and abroad. There are many
award opportunities for undergraduate and graduate study within both disciplinary and interdisciplinary categories.
ONCA gathers and disseminates information about awards and their deadlines to all members of the campus community,
as well as works with students to prepare the best portfolios possible. This office also serves as a resource for mock
interviews for students, awards for faculty, and as a place to list and celebrate the competitive awards and national
recognition that our students and faculty receive.
For more information, contact:
Director, Office of Nationally Competitive Awards (ONCA)
803/ 323-3906
Learning Excellent Academic Practices (LEAP) Program
The LEAP Program, Winthrop University’s provisional admission program, is an academic support program
designed to identify, support, and evaluate students before and during their freshman year at Winthrop. The components
of the program are based on national best practices and Winthrop’s own successful history of academic support
programs.
First-time freshman applicants identified by the Office of Admissions as not having met the standards for full
admission are offered provisional admission provided they agree to participate fully in LEAP. Admission to Winthrop
through LEAP is based solely on high school academic performance and standardized test scores and is open to students
of all socio-economic backgrounds. Winthrop University believes that each candidate who is offered provisional
admission by the Office of Admissions is capable of gaining full admission into Winthrop University by participating
successfully in LEAP.
LEAP students are required to attend and participate in specially designed study session labs on Tuesday,
Wednesday, and Thursday evenings from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. during the fall semester. Spring study session labs are held
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on Tuesday and Thursday evenings. Each study session lab group consists of approximately 15 students. Each group
has access to tutorial help in the General Education Core courses of WRIT 101 and HMXP 102 and various freshman level
mathematics courses. Academic support in other academic content areas such as history, biology, and psychology is
available as needed.
At the conclusion of the spring semester, the LEAP Director and the Dean of University College will review each
student’s academic performance and their participation in LEAP in consultation with the Admissions Director and make
the decision on whether a student should be fully admitted to Winthrop University.
For additional information concerning LEAP, please visit http://www.winthrop.edu/leap/.
Academic Success Center
Winthrop University’s Academic Success Center focuses on helping students achieve academic excellence and earn
their college degrees. Designed to improve academic performance, the Center provides services and programs that
motivate students to be more efficient and effective learners.
Mission. The mission of the Academic Success center at Winthrop University is to support the academic pursuits
and life-long learning of undergraduate students as they persist to graduation and beyond. The Academic Success
Center serves through a variety of personalized and structured experiences and resources that help students succeed
academically, such as:
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 One-on-one consultation
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 Individual and group tutoring opportunities
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 Academic skill development
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 Development of academic action plans and success contracts
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 Referrals to other university support services
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 Individual and group study spaces
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 Specialized services for students on academic probation
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 Web-based instruction and resources
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 A dedicated computer lab for online testing and other specific testing situations
The ASC’s goal is for students to develop and refine thinking skills, learn and use self-management skills, and create
structured learning strategies while earning higher grades. The Center’s environment is respectful, nurturing, and
challenging. Students are expected to take an active role in their learning.
Tutoring. Peer tutors are hired and well-trained by the center to help with a variety of general education courses.
Tutoring is targeted for content mastery and skill development. ASC tutors also provide supplemental support for the
dedicated campus services already in place, such as the Writing Center, Math Tutorial Center, and the College of Business
Resource Room. The peer tutors are selected based on their competence in the subject areas, faculty endorsements, and
effective interpersonal skills.
Workshops. Eagle Success Workshops are offered through the Center. These sessions can be facilitated for classes,
residence halls, organizations, or other events. Workshop topics include study strategies, time management, test
preparation, textbook reading and note taking, procrastination prevention, and best practices for successful students. The
goal of every workshop is to help students learn how to study smarter, not just harder.
The ASC provides most services to all undergraduate students free of charge. The Center also collaborates with
other campus offices to promote the success of Winthrop students. For more information regarding the Academic Success
Center, please visit: www.winthrop.edu/success.
International Center and International Student Life
The International Center at Winthrop University has three primary functions: study abroad programs, international
student and faculty services, and international programming. The International Center assists students in identifying
opportunities, applying for and preparing to study abroad. Winthrop students have the opportunity to study abroad for
a semester or academic year in a number of countries including, but not limited to, Australia, Egypt, England, Finland,
France, Germany, Italy, Norway, Panama, Spain, Sweden, and Taiwan. Opportunities for short-term study abroad are
provided through faculty-led programs and summer programs organized by outside institutions.
The International Center provides a comprehensive orientation for all new internationl students, offers immigration
information, and assists students and scholars in maintaining the regulations set forth by the Department of Homeland
Security. The International Center is the primary support for all international students, guests, and scholars.
Finally, the International Center works with a variety of on- and off-campus groups to coordinate and facilitate international programming, including the International Education Week, Taste of the World cultural showcase, and the Asian
Lunar New Year Celebration.
For more information about any of these activities, please visit the International Center in 212-218 Dinkins Hall or
online at www.winthrop.edu/international.
National Student Exchange
Winthrop students can experience the excitement of studying at another college or university for up to one year
while paying Winthrop’s tuition. Exchanges with more than 180 colleges and universities throughout the United States
are encouraged during a student’s sophomore or junior year. Information on the National Student Exchange is available
in the International Center, 218 Dinkins Hall, 803-323-2133.
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UNIVERSITY COLLEGE--MCNAIR/TRIO/UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH
The McNair Scholars Program is Winthrop’s prestigious Ronald E. McNair Post-Baccalaureate Achievement
Program. It was funded in 2009 through a nationally competitive and renewable U.S. Department of Education TRiO
grant. $220,000 a year in federal funding and approximately $75,000 a year in Winthrop matches help 25 undergraduates
who meet first generation, low-income and/or under-represented criteria prepare to succeed in doctoral programs. For
more information, visit http://www.winthrop.edu/mcnair/.
TRiO Student Support Services Program
The TRiO SSS program at Winthrop University, first funded in 2005, is one of over 900 Student Support Services
programs funded by the US Department of Education. TRiO is an academic support program designed to increase the
academic performance, retention rates, and graduation rates of program participants. The TRiO program promotes
academic excellence and provides participants the necessary tools to get the most of their undergraduate education, to
graduate, and to seek employment and/or attend graduate school after completion of their bachelor degree.
Winthrop’s TRiO SSS program services include:
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 Academic Counseling: Academic Counselors meet one-on-one with students to discuss their semester goals,
individual learning styles, grades, academic progress, time management, etc.
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 Academic Tutoring: Upper-class students are hired and trained by TRiO staff to assist student participants
with academic course work including math, chemistry, biology, history, education, economics, etc.
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 Cultural Events: Our staff provides free travel to and from approximately 5-7 cultural events each semester.
Cultural events include performances at Blumenthal Arts Center, the Charlotte Symphony, and social
gatherings where students can connect with one another.
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 College Success Workshops: To encourage well-rounded student development, TRiO staff present
interactive workshops on topics such as money management, time management, professional etiquette,
resume building and preparing for graduate school.
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 TRiO Computer Lab: The TRiO computer lab offers FREE printing for all TRiO participants.
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 Scholarship Search Assistance: Academic Counselors help students search for scholarship assistance to best
provide for college financially.
Who is Eligible? Students who demonstrate a need for academic support, are citizens or permanent residents of the
US, are enrolled or accepted for the next academic year, and meet one or more of the following requirements:
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 are a first-generation college student--a student whose parents or guardians did not receive a baccalaureate
degree
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 meet specific federal income guidelines
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 have a documented disability as defined by the ADA
Program applications can be found at www.winthrop.edu/triosss or in the TRiO offices.
For more information, contact:
Rose Gray
TRiO Program Director
803/323-4797 or 4794
Office of Undergraduate Research
The Council on Undergraduate Research defines undergraduate research as an inquiry or investigation conducted by
an undergraduate student that makes an original, intellectual, or creative contribution to the discipline. It is applicable to
all disciplines, may be specific to a discipline, and requires a high standard identified by each discipline.
Support for the initiative is implemented through the Undergraduate Research Office, which helps students to
identify research opportunities on and off campus. In addition, the office coordinates activities to increase opportunities
for students to present their work and recognize and honor the students who engage in undergraduate research and
the faculty who mentor those students. The office also provides funding for student travel to present their work at
professional and undergraduate research focused conferences.
Undergraduate research provides valuable learning experiences to students and is one of the high-impact educational
practices that increase the rates of student retention and engagement. Participating in undergraduate research can help
students prepare for professional and graduate programs, and enhance professional and academic credentials to support
applications for scholarships, awards, career employment, and entry into graduate and professional schools. While
engaging in undergraduate research experiences students can develop one-on-one mentoring relationships with faculty
members, clarify academic and career interests and goals, acquire additional knowledge in their academic fields that
transcends classroom study, and enhance critical skills in communication, independent thinking, creativity, and problem
solving. Moreover, they will contribute to the creation of new knowledge on the cutting edge of their academic discipline
and apply that knowledge to real world problems.
Student researchers often disseminate their work at professional meetings or submit the scholarship for publication
in academic journals. These activities allow students the chance to make connections with and receive feedback from a
broader audience than they may encounter on campus. These experiences have value as students leave the university
and enter today’s workforce, where presentation, communication, and relationship skills are vital for their success.
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For more information, contact:
Office of Undergraduate Research
222B Dinkins Hall
803/323-3397
Dr. Robin Lammi, Director of Undergraduate Research
lammir@winthrop.edu.
Resource Center for Adult Students
The Resource Center for Adult Students at Winthrop University provides support services, programming, and
advocacy for post-traditional, veteran, and transfer student populations. The Resource Center collaborates with campus
offices to attend to the unique needs of these students and coordinates university efforts on their behalf.
The Resource Center for Adult Students serves non-traditional, veteran, and transfer students in the following ways:
•Developing and implementing new and enhanced educational and social programs and services
•Serving as a campus consultant and advocate for adult student needs
•Assisting students in navigating the university’s policies and procedures
•Providing referrals to campus resources and offices
•Facilitating educational and training programs for faculty and staff to support the recruitment, retention, and
graduation of adult students.
For more information, contact:
Resource Center for Adult Student Services
108 Dinkins Hall
Rock Hill, SC 29733
803/323-4784
803/323-3910 (fax)
Office of the First-Year Experience
Winthrop University recognizes that the transition to college is challenging; consequently, a positive freshman
experience is essential in fostering students’ personal and academic success. The Office of the First-Year Experience offers
programs and academic courses that cultivate engaged learning; enhance academic achievement; and build connections
with faculty, peers, and the university community. To establish a common academic foundation, the Office of the
First-Year Experience houses both ACAD 101: An Introduction to the Learning Academy and HMXP 102: The Human
Experience: Who Am I? Included in course discussion is content from The Common Book, a shared reading that ensures
all Winthrop students encounter perspectives different from their own. The Peer Mentor Program joins high achieving
student leaders with individual ACAD faculty to assist in the delivery of course content as they provide the student
perspective. Ongoing community building includes First Night Winthrop, Rock The Hill, Community Service projects,
and other social activities.
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MINORS
Each program leading to the Bachelor of Arts degree requires the completion of a minor in addition to the major
program. Students may fulfill the minor requirement with one or more minors of their own choosing. The minimum
number of semester hours required for a minor is 15, at least 6 of which must be in courses numbered above 299. Minors
are recorded on the permanent record. No course may be included in two minors or in a major and a minor (excluding
General Education courses) unless the student is pursuing a Bachelor of Fine Arts, Bachelor of Music, Bachelor of Music
Education, Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Social Work. Students may not select a major and minor which are the
same. In the College of Business Administration, no more than six hours may overlap between a business administration
major and a business administration minor. Students majoring in Integrated Marketing Communication or Sport Mangement may not minor in any business minor.
Non-Bachelor of Arts degree students may complete minors either through the use of elective credits or through
additional credits beyond those required for the degree program.
Students must achieve a 2.0 cumulative grade-point average in all courses taken at Winthrop, as well as in courses
counted toward the minor and the major programs.
Accounting
The minor in accounting consists of 15 semester hours to include ACCT 280, 281, 305, 306 and one of the following:
ACCT 309, 401, or 509. Proficiency in computer applications equivalent to the level required for the successful completion
of CSCI 101 and appropriate labs to meet prerequisites is required.
African American Studies
The African American Studies minor is an 18-hour program. Twelve of these hours are from four required courses:
AAMS 300, AAMS 318/ENGL 312, AAMS/HIST 509, and AAMS/SOCL 314. Three hours must be taken from: ARTH
281, ARTH 381, AAMS/ANTH 323, AAMS/GEOG 303, AAMS 322/SOCL 320, AAMS/HIST 337, or AAMS/PLSC 338,
or AAMS 339/HIST 338. The remaining three hours are to be chosen from AAMS/PSYC 320, AAMS 390, 498, AAMS/
ANTH 323, ARTH 281 or ARTH 381 (only one of these courses can be taken to meet the requirement of the minor), ENGL
310, 311, 320, 321, 330, 510 (the preceding six ENGL courses to be taken only when also designated as African American
Studies courses), AAMS/GEOG 303, AAMS/HIST 308, AAMS/HIST 337, AAMS 339/HIST 338, AAMS/HIST 561, MUST
203 or 514, AAMS/PLSC 515, AAMS/PLSC 317, AAMS/PLSC 338, AAMS/PLSC 518, AAMS/PLSC 551, AAMS 322/
SOCL 320, SOCL 350 (to be taken only when also designated as an African American Studies course) or THRT 442.
Anthropology
The minor in anthropology consists of 18 semester hours to include ANTH 201, 302, either 202 or 220, and 9 additional hours in Anthropology, six of which must be above 299. Anthropology minors may include no more than a total of
three hours from any combination of ANTH 340, 463, and 464.
Applied Physics
The minor in applied physics consists of 17 semester hours of PHYS: PHYS 201-202 or 211-212; 9 hours from PHYS
301, 315, 350, 331, 332 or 321. Students with majors in biology, chemistry, computer science, and mathematics may count
physics courses required by the major (PHYS 211-212 or 201-202) toward the physics minor.
Art
The minor in fine arts consists of 18 semester hours of ARTS: ARTS 101, 102, 120, and 121, and 6 hours of ARTS or
ARTH from courses numbered above 299.
Art History
The minor in art history consists of 15 semester hours to include ARTH 175 and 176 and 9 hours above 299.
Art-Photography
The minor in Photography conists of 18 semester hours of ARTS including ARTS 101, 281, 205, 364, 365, and 472 or 474.
Biology
The minor in biology consists of 18 semester hours of BIOL to include at least 6 hours in courses numbered above
299. Students may use either BIOL 150/151 or BIOL 203/204 but not both.
Business Administration
The minor in business administration consists of 18 hours of the following: BADM 180, ACCT 280, two of the
following: MGMT 321, MKTG 380, FINC 311; two of the following, one of which must be above 299: ACCT 281, CSCI 207,
ECON 215, ECON 216, HCMT 200, QMTH 205 or any course above 299 in ACCT, BADM, ECON, ENTR, FINC, HCMT,
MGMT, or MKTG. Proficiency in computer applications equivalent to the level required for the successful completion of
CSCI 101, 101B and appropriate labs to meet prerequisites is required.
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Chemistry
The minor in chemistry consists of 18 semester hours of CHEM (excluding 104) to include at least 10 hours in
courses numbered above 299. Chemistry courses required for other majors can also be counted for the chemistry minor.
Coaching
The minor in coaching consists of 17 hours which must include: ATRN 151, PESH 102, 201, 242, 393, PHED 401, and
EXSC 465 or PHED 571. The remaining hours are to be selected from any courses not chosen to meet the above requirements and/or EXSC/NUTR 208, PHED 382, 571, EXSC 384, 480, SPMA 525, and HLTH 501.
Computer Science
The minor in computer science consists of 18 semester hours of CSCI: CSCI 207-208 and 271 and 7 additional hours
of CSCI to include 6 hours in courses numbered above 299. CSCI 101 and 151 may not be used to fulfill the Computer
Science minor.
Criminal Justice
The minor in criminal justice consists of 18 semester hours: SOCL 101 or 201, 227 and 325; 6 hours from SOCL 330,
335, 337, and 525; and three additional hours from ANTH 315, HLTH 501, PLSC 312, PSYC 313, SOCL 332, SOCL 463 and
464, and SOCL 507A and 507B.
Dance
The dance minor is an 18-hour program: Technique - 3 credit hours in modern dance and 2 credit hours in ballet;
DANT 200, DANT 298, DANA 251 or 252; 2 additional hours selected from DANA 443, DANA 444, or THRA 173; and 6
credit hours of DANT/DANA electives or THRT 115 or THRA 173. Six hours must be in courses numbered above 299.
Economics
The minor in economics consists of 15 semester hours of ECON to include ECON 215 and 216, and 9 hours in courses numbered above 299.
English
The minor in English consists of 18 semester hours of ENGL to include: ENGL 300; 6 hours selected from ENGL
203, 208, 211; and 9 hours in courses numbered above 299.
Entrepreneurship
The minor in entrepreneurship consists of 15 semester hours from the following: ACCT 280, MKTG 380, ENTR 373,
473 and 579. Proficiency in computer applications equivalent to the level required for the successful completion of CSCI
101 and appropriate labs to meet prerequisites is required. Courses numbered above 299 must be taken after the student
achieves junior status.
Family and Consumer Sciences
The minor in family and consumer sciences consists of 19 credit hours as follows: FACS 101, 211, 350, 401 or 502,
501, NUTR 221, and SOCL 305.
French
The minor in French consists of 18 semester hours of FREN at the 200-level and above, at least 6 hours of which
must be numbered above 299. FREN 201, 202, 250 are required courses. MLAN 330 and 530 may be used as electives.
(Note: FREN 101 and 102 or the equivalent are prerequisites for all other FREN courses. These two courses may not be
applied to the fulfillment of the requirements for the minor.)
General Science
The minor in general science consists of at least 18 semester hours of coursework selected from BIOL, CHEM,
GEOL, or PHYS, to include PHYS 201-202 or 211-212. Courses included in a major may not be counted in the general
science minor. At least 6 hours must be in courses numbered above 299.
Geography
The minor in geography consists of 15 semester hours of GEOG to include GEOG 101 and at least 6 hours in courses numbered above 299.
Geology
The minor in geology consists of 18 semester hours in GEOL, including GEOL 110 and 113, and at least 6 hours in
GEOL courses numbered above 299.
German
The minor in German consists of 18 semester hours of GERM at the 200-level and above, at least 6 hours of which
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must be numbered above 299. GERM 201 and 202 are required courses. MLAN 330 and 530 may be used as electives.
(Note: GERM 101 and 102 or the equivalent are prerequisites for all other GERM courses. These two courses may not be
applied to the fulfillment of the requirements for the minor.)
Gerontology
The minor in gerontology consists of 15 semester hours. The required six hours are selected from the following
courses: SCWK/GRNT 300 or SOCL/GRNT 504, and PSCY 517, or SOCL/GRNT 304. For six of the final nine credit
hours, students choose one elective from each of two categories. The Direct Service Level Category options are SCWK 306,
NUTR 221, HLTH 507, GRNT 440, PSCY 213, SCIE/GRNT 301, SCWK 521, and GRNT 550. The Administrative/Organizational Level Category options are HCMT 200, GRNT 440, HLTH 500, SOCL 339, PSYC 515, GRNT 550, and SCWK 531.
For the final elective three credit hours, student may choose from either category.
Health
The minor in health consists of 19 semester hours to include 9 hours from HLTH 500, 501, 506 and 507; and 10 additional hours selected from HLTH 300, 303, 500, 501, 503, 506, 507, PHED 231, EXSC 208, PESH 201, BIOL 307-308, NUTR
221, NUTR 231, NUTR 370, GRNT 300, or SOCL 304. (HLTH 303 has a prerequisite of admission to the Teacher Education
program.)
Health Care Management
The minor in health care management consists of 15 semester hours as follows: BADM 180, HCMT 200, 300, 302,
and either 303 or 492.
History
The minor in history consists of 18 semester hours in HIST: 6 hours from HIST 111, 112, 113; HIST 211 and 212, and
at least 6 hours in courses numbered above 299.
Human Nutrition
The minor in human nutrition consists of 15 semester hours of course work in human nutrition, approved by the
Chair, Department of Human Nutrition, and CHEM 105, 106, 108 or equivalent courses.
Human Resource Management
The minor in human resource management consists of 15 semester hours of management courses to include: BADM
180, MGMT 321, 322, 323 and 325. BADM 180 is a pre-requisite for MGMT 322 and MGMT 322 is a prerequisite for MGMT
323.
Humanities
The minor in humanities consists of at least 18 semester hours of coursework from designators listed below with
qualifications indicated within many designators. Three designators must be represented and at least 6 credit hours must
be above 299. Courses counting toward the major(s) may not be counted toward the humanities minor except if the major
is FREN, GERM, or SPAN. In these cases, students may count no more than 3 credit hours of appropriate coursework
with the designator of their major within their minor. If any of the applicable courses are cross-listed under more than one
designator, the course may count toward the minor under any of those designators. Courses in the minor include: AAMS
300, MDST 300, PEAC 200, WMST 300; ARTH courses except ARTH 340, 451, and 454; ARTT 298 & 395; THRT 210, 212,
298, 312, 385, and 386; DANT 298, 385, 386; MUST 298; FREN 301, 302, 401, 402; GERM 301, 401; SPAN 301, 302, 401, 402,
504, 506, 507, 521, 595; ENGL – all courses numbered 200 and above except 303 or 530; PHIL – all courses except 220, 225,
and 370; any HIST ; any RELG.
International and Global Studies
The minor in international and global studies requires 18 hours of internationally- and/or globally-themed
coursework. To ensure that the minor is interdisciplinary, the 18 hours must include at least 3 designators. There may
be no more than 6 hours of overlap between the INGS minor and the International Business option of the B.S. in Business
Administration. At least 6 hours must be taken at Winthrop, and at least 6 hours must be above 299-level. Additional
requirements include foreign language proficiency at the 102 level and the engagement with a foreign culture requirement. The engagement with a foreign culture requirement may be satisfied by study abroad, a travel course abroad, 6
hours foreign language study in the same language above 199-level, or a service learning course with service learning
that is relevant to INGS. The list of courses counting towards this minor is too extensive to maintain in the catalog and is
instead maintained on the International and Global Studies website at http://www.winthrop.edu/cas/international/. In
addition, courses that can be shown to have significant international and/or global content but are not on this list may be
approved for minor credit by the INGS Advisory Committee upon request through the Program Director. For additional
information about this minor, see http://www.winthrop.edu/cas/international/.
Leadership Studies
The minor in leadership studies consists of 16 semester hours to include: LEAD 120 or 175, 275, 350 or 351, 465 (cross-
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listed with WRIT 465), 476, and 477. Students will use a feasibility study in LEAD 465 to plan a global service project that
they will execute during LEAD 476, Practice in Global Leadership.
Legal Studies
The minor in Legal Studies consists of 18 semester hours, 9 of which must be numbered above 299.
1. Two “Core Courses” are required: LGST 300 and either PHIL 220 or PHIL 371.
2. The remaining 12 semester hours, are selected by the student from a list of approved electives, and must represent at
least 2 different course-designators. These include AAMS 315, 317, BADM 180, 250, 510, ECON 103, HIST 212, 302, 310,
LGST 350, 471, 472, 473, MCOM 310 or DIFD 415*, MGMT 322, 524, PEAC 200, SPMA 525, PHIL 370, PLSC 202, 305, 306,
310, 311, 312, 315, 317, 321, 325, 351, 352, 356, RELG 320, SCWK 321, SOCL 227, 305, 325, 332, 335, 337, and 525. (* Credit
for both DIFD 415 & MCOM 310 may not count towards fulfillment of the minor requirements.)
3. No more than 3 semester hours may derive from internship courses, including but not limited to LGST 471, 472, 473.
Marketing
The minor in marketing consists of 15 hours to include: ACCT 280, MKTG 380, 381, and two of the following:
MKTG 382, 481, 482, 483, 581, or BADM 561. Taking MKTG 482 requires a prerequisite of QMTH 205 and 210 or
appropriate substitutes. In addition, proficiency in computer applications equivalent to the level required for the
successful completion of CSCI 101 and appropriate labs to meet prerequisites is required.
Mathematics
The minor in mathematics consists of 18 semester hours of MATH to include MATH 201, 202 (requires co-requisite
of MAED 200), and MATH 300, and at least 7 additional semester hours in MATH courses numbered above 299.
Medieval Studies
The minor consists of 18 hours, 6 hours of which must be numbered above 299: MDST 300; 6 hrs from the
following list: ARTH 342, 343, ENGL 512, HIST 542, PLSC 351, RELG 316; and 9 hrs of additional courses, including
additional courses from the list above or from the following list: MDST 203, 305, 350, 510; ANTH 220, 322, ARTH 175,
342, 343, 453, ARTS 482 (when cross-listed with ARTH 453), DANT 385, ENGL 307, 507, 511, FREN 550, HIST 112, 346,
542, LATN 101, 102, 201, RELG 220, 313, 314; THRT 385. Topics courses in ARTH, ARTT, DANT, ENGL, FREN, GERM,
HIST, MUST, PHIL, RELG, SPAN, THRT, and WMST, and MLAN 330 or MLAN 530 may be included if they address an
appropriate topic.
Music
The minor in music consists of 20 semester hours of music courses (MUSA and MUST): MUST 111-112 and MUST
113-114 (111 and 113 are to be taken together; 112 and 114 together); MUST 305 and 306; 4 semesters of private instruction in one instrument; and 2 semesters of major ensemble credit (MUSA 151, 152, 156, 157 or 161). Music minors must
demonstrate a proficiency in an instrument or voice. Potential music minors must schedule a meeting with the Chair of
the Department of Music prior to declaring a minor in music.
Outdoor Leadership
The minor in outdoor leadership consists of 15 semester hours to include OUTL 201, 301, 401, and either OUTL 351
or BIOL 303. In addition, outdoor leadership minors must choose from the following approved listing of elective courses
to satisfy the remaining three or four credit hour requirement: PESH 124, PESH 125, PESH 128, PESH 152, PESH 165,
PESH 166, PESH 168, PESH 170 and/or PESH 172. (A student who chooses to complete OUTL 351 will be required to
complete four credits from the listed selective courses. A student who chooses to complete BIOL 303 will be required to
complete three credits from the listed selective courses.)
Peace, Justice, and Conflict Resolution Studies
The minor in Peace, Justice, and Conflict Resolution Studies consists of 18 semester hours to include: PEAC 200;
3 hours of International Relations from ANTH 301; MCOM 302; PLSC 205, 207, 260, 504, 506, 508; 3 hours of Social
Movements from AAMS /HIST 308, AAMS /HIST 509, HIST 302, 310, 501; PLSC 312, 325, 337, 507; SOCL 310, 332; 9
hours of electives from AAMS/HIST 308, AAMS/HIST 509; AAMS/PLSC 551; ANTH 301; CMVS 201; MCOM 302;
HIST 302, 310, 501; PLSC 205, 207, 260, 325, 504, 512; PLSC/WMST 553; SOCL 101, 301, 310, 313, 332, 335, 515; PHIL 230,
315, 565; and PSYC 507, to include at least 6 hours above the 299 level. PEAC 350 and 550 can count in any of the above
categories when the content is similar to courses in that particular sequence.
Philosophy
The minor in philosophy consists of 18 semester hours of PHIL to include PHIL 101, 220 or 225 or 371, and 12 additional hours of PHIL electives, 6 of which must be in courses numbered above 299.
Philosophy and Religion
The minor in philosophy and religion consists of 18 semester hours of PHIL and RELG, to include PHIL 101 or
RELG 101, PHIL 220 or 225 or 371 or RELG 220; and 12 additional hours of PHIL or RELG electives, 6 of which must be in
courses numbered above 299.
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Political Science
The minor in political science consists of 18 semester hours of PLSC to include PLSC 201; 205 or 207; one of the
following: PLSC 351, 352, 355, 356, 551, or 553; and 9 additional hours at least 3 of which are numbered above 299. PLSC
350 is recommended.
Professional Business
The professional business minor provides a general introduction to business concepts and prepares a student
to enter many graduate business programs (including the Winthrop MBA Program) upon undergraduate degree
completion. (A student will be able to complete the Winthrop MBA Program in four semesters, including summers). It
consists of 21-24 hours: ACCT 280 and 281; ECON 215 and 216; FINC 311; MGMT 321; MKTG 380; and QMTH 205. (A
statistics course from the major may substitute). Computer proficiency is required. A minimum grade of C- is required in
each course.
Psychology
The minor in psychology consists of 18 semester hours of PSYC. Psychology minors must take PSYC 101 and at
least 6 hours above 299.
Religion
The minor in religion consists of 18 semester hours of RELG: RELG 101, 220, and 12 additional hours of RELG,
6 of which must be in courses numbered above 299.
Social Sciences
The minor in social sciences consists of at least 18 semester hours of courses in ANTH, ECON, GEOG, HIST, PLSC,
PSYC, or SOCL to include at least 6 hours in courses numbered above 299. A student may not include in the social sciences minor any courses with the designator of the major or majors. To receive credit for the social sciences minor, students
must also complete a course dealing with social sciences methodology (ANTH 341, 345; HIST 300, PLSC 350; PSYC 302;
or SOCL 316). The methodology requirement may be satisfied through major requirements; however, 18 hours, excluding
courses with the designator of the major, are required for the completion of the minor.
Social Welfare
The minor in social welfare is primarily intended for students who plan to enter a related field or who are simply
interested in the field of social work because of its significance to modern society. The minor is not a professional degree
program. It consists of 15 semester hours of social work to include SCWK 200, 305, 306, 321, and 3 hours of social work
electives. A minimum grade of C- is required in each course.
Sociology
The minor in sociology consists of 18 semester hours of SOCL: SOCL 101 or 201, and at least 15 additional hours in
SOCL, six hours of which must be courses numbered above 299. Both SOCL 101 and 201 can be applied toward the minor
requirements. Sociology minors are limited to a total of three hours credit in SOCL 463-464 or SOCL 340 towards the
sociology minor.
Spanish
The minor in Spanish consists of 18 semester hours of Spanish at the 200-level and above, 6 hours of which must be
numbered above 299. SPAN 201, 202, and 250 are required courses. MLAN 330 and 530 may be used as electives. (Note:
SPAN 101 and 102 or the equivalent are prerequisites for all other SPAN courses. These two courses may not be applied
to the fulfillment of the requirements for the minor.)
Sustainability
The minor in Sustainability consists of 18 credit hours: SUST 102 and ENVS 101 plus 12 additional credits from at
least two designators from the following list: ANTH 326, 350 (when titled “Food and Culture”), ANTH/BIOL 540, BIOL
309, 323, CHEM 101, ECON 343, ENVS 350, 510, GEOG 302, 305 or 308, 320, 500, GEOL 110/113, 225, PHIL 565, PHYS 105,
PLSC 321, 325, PSYC 311, SOCL 310, SUBU 330, and SUST 300. At least 6 credit hours must be above 299.
Theatre
The minor in theatre consists of 18 semester hours: THRT 110, 115, 210, THRA 120, 180, and 6 hours from any other
THRT or THRA courses numbered above 299.
Visual Design Studies
The minor in Visual Design Studies consists of 18 hours of VCOM courses, 6 hours of which must be numbered
above 299. The courses required for the minor must include VCOM 120, 150, 151, plus 9 additional hours to be chosen
from any of: VCOM 100-299, 354, 374, and 388. A maximum of 9 hours of the courses described above can be counted as
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both “major” and “minor” requirements; the remaining 9 hours cannot be shared, must not be described as being part of
the student’s major, and must consist of VCOM coursework beyond, and unique in application to, the minor alone.
Women’s and Gender Studies
The minor in women’s and gender studies consists of 18 semester hours, WMST 300 and five additional courses.
Choose 9-15 hours from WMST Core Courses:
ANTH/WMST 540, ARTH/WMST 452; ENGL/WMST 330; HLTH/WMST 506, HLTH/WMST 507; HIST/WMST 310,
HIST/WMST 554; PLSC/WMST 337, PLSC/WMST 371, PLSC/WMST 553; PSYC/WMST 308; SOCL/WMST 305, WMST
450.
Choose 0-6 hours from WMST Elective Courses:
ANTH 201; GEOG 101; PSYC 206; SOCL/GRNT 504.
For more information, consult the program website (www.winthrop.edu/WMST).
Writing
Students completing the writing minor will earn 18 semester hours and may emphasize either creative writing or
professional writing. Either option must choose 6-9 hours from WRIT 300, 350, 351, 500, 501, 510, ENGL 507, 530.
Creative Emphasis: choose 6-9 hours from WRIT 307, 316, 507, 516, 530 and 0-6 hours from ENGL 317, 325, 328, 501 or
504; or ENGL 310, 320, 321, or 510 if done on an appropriate topic (department chair permission required).
Professional Emphasis: choose 9-12 hours from WRIT 366, 465, 501, 502, MCOM 241, 302, 340, 341, 370, 471, BADM 180,
411, MGMT 355, IMCO 105.
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